Software Developer- GNC

Qualifications/Skills:

B.S. in Computer Science, Engineering, or related degree, plus 10 years related experienced. Experience with Trick simulation framework is desired and candidates with in-depth Trick experience will have a significant advantage for the Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) system. Candidate must have strong experience supporting real-time simulation software and must have an understanding of the mathematics and physical science governing spacecraft systems and dynamics (orbital mechanics, aerodynamics, coordinate system transformation, etc.) and GNC devices (i.e., star tracker, Inertial Measurement Unit, Rate Gyros, etc.). Specific operational background in the Space Station Training Facility (SSTF) or TS21 is a significant advantage. The candidate must have strong problem-solving experience using computer programming.  Experience in C++ software development is required and experience with Linux, UNIX, Agile software development methods, the JSC Engineering Orbital Dynamics (JEOD), Free-Flyer, or Satellite Tool Kit are a plus. Must be able to perform simple and complex software builds and integrate software with other developers. Must possess good oral and written communication skills and the ability to work effectively and coordinate actions with both internal and external customers.

Duties and Responsibilities:

This position provides software engineering support to the Training System 21^st Century (TS21) facility at JSC. Primary responsibility will be software development and maintenance of the real-time Guidance, Navigation and Control (GNC) system in the TS21 facility. This position includes full software life-cycle support using engineering and computer programming skills primarily in C++. The applicant will be responsible for providing technical support in the analysis and resolution of software-related problems. The applicant will also be responsible for supporting critical software systems in the TS21 GNC dynamics and Equations of Motion software. Applicant will work with the users to determine requirements, system limitations, impacts and flight-training readiness associated with the mathematics and physical science governing spacecraft systems and dynamics. Applicant must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written. Strong initiative, teamwork and problem-solving skills required. Occasional shift work and weekends will be expected.  

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