Software Engineer (Controls Software)

About the role

We are looking for a software engineer to join our Controls Software team at Starbase. This team designs, develops, tests, and maintains software used for test stand/launch infrastructure data acquisition and control, data post-processing, and other engineering software needs.

The team works closely with test engineers, electrical engineers, other flight and ground software teams, and information technology to rapidly deploy high-performance software catering to unique test engineering requirements. This role is highly multi-disciplinary, will work in a variety of software languages, and will work closely with hardware. Your software will control rocket tests every day.

Aerospace experience is not required to be successful here - rather, we look for smart, motivated, collaborative engineers who love solving problems and want to make an impact on a super-inspiring mission.

Responsibilities

• Architect and develop software and systems for
• Data acquisition and control for test stands
• Data storage and analysis
• Automation of engineering and business functions
• Collaborate with electrical engineers, test engineers, and IT to develop computing and network solutions for test stand data and control needs
• Support active operations when software issues are encountered
• Own all aspects of software development, including design, testing, and test stand integration
• Provide strong technical leadership, focus on continuous improvement, and training

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or other science discipline
• 1+ years of experience in software development (internship experience qualifies)

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience with National Instruments hardware (cDAQ, cRIO, PXI) and software (LabVIEW)
• Proven skills and knowledge with C++, Python, or other text-based programming languages
• Proven experience in architecting, managing, and integrating large distributed systems
• Strong communication/mentorship skills and experience in technical leadership
• Examples of working directly with customers to gather requirements
• Experience with network communication
• Strong skills in debugging, performance optimization, and unit testing
• Creative approach to problem solving
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with changing needs and requirements
• Ability to work independently and in a team, take initiative, and communicate effectively

Additional Requirements

• This is not a remote or hybrid position and will require all work to be completed in the office
• Must be available to work extended hours, weekends, and shifts, which vary depending on site operational needs; flexibility required

Itar Requirements

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.