Overview
On Site
USD 85.00 - 90.00 per hour
Contract - Independent
Skills
Software Testing
Training
Computer Hardware
Emulation
Interfaces
Quality Assurance
Encryption
Collaboration
DoD
C
C++
C#
Java
Scripting
Python
JavaScript
Aerospace
Satellite
Software Development
Computer Science
Physics
Mathematics
Security Clearance
Modeling
MATLAB
UML
SysML
Agile
Git
Version Control
GitHub
GitLab
Bitbucket
DevSecOps
Privacy
Marketing
Job Details
Location: El Segundo, CA
Salary: $85.00 USD Hourly - $90.00 USD Hourly
Description: Our client is currently seeking a Software Engineer-Simulation 4
Satellite Payload Testbed Software Engineer
Location: El Segundo, CA
Duration: 6+Months
Security Clearance: Ability to obtain Interim Secret clearance pre-start; final clearance post-start
Role Overview
This position supports the development and maintenance of spacecraft simulation platforms used for flight software testing, mission rehearsal, and operator training. The role involves working with hybrid software-hardware systems to simulate satellite payloads and related subsystems.
Responsibilities
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
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Salary: $85.00 USD Hourly - $90.00 USD Hourly
Description: Our client is currently seeking a Software Engineer-Simulation 4
Satellite Payload Testbed Software Engineer
Location: El Segundo, CA
Duration: 6+Months
Security Clearance: Ability to obtain Interim Secret clearance pre-start; final clearance post-start
Role Overview
This position supports the development and maintenance of spacecraft simulation platforms used for flight software testing, mission rehearsal, and operator training. The role involves working with hybrid software-hardware systems to simulate satellite payloads and related subsystems.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain complex simulation and emulation systems for satellite payloads
- Document software requirements and interfaces for testbed and simulation platforms
- Support software development and verification planning for high-assurance flight software
- Ensure adherence to software quality, security, and enterprise design standards
- Troubleshoot and resolve software interactions across power, thermal, communications, encryption, command/data handling, guidance/navigation, and mission operations systems
- Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to integrate software into satellite simulation architectures
- Share technical expertise and provide guidance to early-career engineers
Required Qualifications
- Ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance
- 10+ years of experience in software development using compiled languages (e.g., C, C++, C#, Java) and scripting languages (e.g., Python, JavaScript)
- 5+ years of experience in aerospace or space systems (satellites, launch vehicles, ground systems)
- Experience working collaboratively within software development teams
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, physics, mathematics, or related field
- Active Secret or Top Secret clearance
- Familiarity with modeling tools (e.g., Cameo, Matlab) and languages (UML, SysML)
- Experience with Agile development methodologies
- Proficiency with Git-based version control systems (GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket) in a DevSecOps environment
By providing your phone number, you consent to: (1) receive automated text messages and calls from the Judge Group, Inc. and its affiliates (collectively "Judge") to such phone number regarding job opportunities, your job application, and for other related purposes. Message & data rates apply and message frequency may vary. Consistent with Judge's Privacy Policy, information obtained from your consent will not be shared with third parties for marketing/promotional purposes. Reply STOP to opt out of receiving telephone calls and text messages from Judge and HELP for help.
Contact:
This job and many more are available through The Judge Group. Please apply with us today!
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