Cimarron
Posted 5h ago

Flight Software Developer

Cimarron
Centennial, Colorado, United States
$120k-$190k/yrRemoteFull Time
Responsibilities
  • developing software
  • writing tests
  • conducting reviews
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline and 5+ years with C++
  • Python
  • Embedded systems
  • Hardware/software integration
  • Simulations, Linux
  • Testing
  • Requirements, and software integration
Technical tools mentioned
C++PythonLinuxBitbucketJiraSAFeAgileScrum

Job description

Cimarron is seeking Flight Software Developers to join a key team within Cimarron in support of a human spaceflight program!

This position is fully remote. While the preference is for candidates to be based in Centennial, CO to facilitate in-person meetings and lab access as needed, fully remote candidates will be considered, with occasional travel required.

Key Duties:

  • Develop, maintain, and modify flight software in support of launch vehicle and human spaceflight programs.
  • Work as part of an Agile/Scrum team to support requirements, design, implementation, test, integration, and verification.
  • Work with stakeholders to guide the design and development of software solutions.
  • Write and perform unit tests on software changes.
  • Conduct software peer reviews.
  • Develop and run integration tests.
  • Support embedded systems testing, hardware/software integration, and hardware-in-the-loop simulations.

Required Skills, Experience, and Education:

  • Due to facility security requirements, only U.S. citizens or Permanent Residents are eligible for consideration at this time.
  • This position requires access to federal facilities. Candidates must possess a valid, unexpired Real ID-compliant driver's license or state-issued identification card at the time of hire.  If you are unsure whether your ID is Real ID-compliant, please check for the star symbol in the upper portion of your driver's license or state ID.
  • Ability to complete a pre-employment background check, breath alcohol test, and drug screening, which will include but is not limited to testing for marijuana use.
  • 5 or more years of experience with C++, Python, embedded systems, hardware/software integration, simulations, and Linux-based operating systems.
  • Experience with object-oriented software design and development.
  • Experience developing or maintaining automated software tests.
  • Experience with requirements analysis, requirements verification, systems engineering concepts, and software/system integration.
  • Understanding of Software Configuration Management practices and tools, including Bitbucket and Jira.
  • Strong software debugging skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to write technical reports.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to support occasional travel up to 25%.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, Systems Engineering, or related technical discipline.

Desired Skills, Experience, and Education:

  • Experience using AI-assisted software development tools and workflows effectively to support software development, code analysis, testing, debugging, and documentation.
  • Experience working in a SAFe/Agile environment.
  • Aerospace experience.

Business Profile:

Cimarron is a global solutions company with a strategic partnering approach to satisfying customer-driven requirements. We ensure customer success with a modern approach and experienced leadership. Driven by an entrepreneurial spirit, Cimarron is fueled by highly skilled employees, developing new innovative technologies, and delivering superior products and services. We believe in recognizing employees' worth by offering competitive salaries and benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) contributions, educational reimbursement, and much more. From company communication through Company-wide information meetings led by our President and CEO, to an Awards program designed to recognize our amazing employees and their accomplishments, you will not only feel like you are a part of a team, you will be a valued member of the Cimarron family. Cimarron is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/Disability/Veteran.

Resumes should list employment dates in month/year format (e.g., January 2020 – March 2024) for each position to meet customer and contract documentation requirements.

About Cimarron

Provider of specialized engineering and technical services for aerospace.

Year founded
1981
Employees
350
Organization type
Private
Latest investment
Funding Round (2025)
Headquarters
US

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