Software Engineer (Senior-Level)

Cimarron is seeking a senior-level Software Engineer to support the Axiom Space Ground Support Equipment (GSE) Space Suits avionics team in Houston, TX. In this position, you will work closely with the hardware development team on advanced test and measurement systems, including hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) and systems simulation.

Key Duties:

• Architect, design, implement, test, and document software solutions.
• Perform the full lifecycle of software development from design through implementation and deployment.
• Develop robust, well-architected, and reliable software, typically using C/C and Python on Linux.
• Promote software engineering best practices, including test-driven development, up-front design, code reviews, and unit testing.
• Conduct peer reviews, oversee merge requests, and foster a culture of technical excellence while driving continuous improvement.
• Create and maintain technical design documentation, data models, and process models.
• Perform system analysis, troubleshooting, diagnosis, and problem resolution.
• Contribute to system verification and validation activities.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across the project and NASA to ensure the successful delivery of GSE systems.
• Lead and conduct program design and safety reviews with internal Axiom development teams and NASA customers for commercial spacesuit development.
• Support project management efforts.
• Communicate project progress, status, and potential risks to stakeholders and leadership.
• Implement and maintain agile project management methodologies throughout the project lifecycle.
• Perform additional job duties as assigned.

Required Skills, Experience, and Education:

• Due to facility security requirements, only U.S. citizens or permanent residents are eligible for consideration at this time.
• Ability to complete a pre-employment background check and drug screening, which will include but is not limited to testing for marijuana use.
• 10 or more years of professional experience.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed to meet critical project milestones.
• Proficiency with version control tools such as Git and GitLab, build systems, and continuous integration pipelines.
• Experience with unit testing, software-hardware integration testing, and formal verification activities.
• Experience participating in software safety reviews.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality results in ambiguous, fast-moving environments and under tight deadlines.
• Strong judgment and a proactive, solution-oriented approach to complex challenges.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
• Technical expertise in programming languages such as C/C , Python, and LabVIEW, with strong foundations in data structures, algorithms, and application performance optimization.
• Experience working with TCP/IP-based communication using sockets and ZeroMQ.
• Demonstrated success delivering software across the full software development lifecycle.
• Proficiency in software design principles, code architecture patterns, and development methodologies.
• Strong understanding of software verification, validation, documentation, and security best practices.
• Experience working within an agile development environment.
• Ability to present complex technical topics to management and other stakeholders.
• Strong technical writing and documentation skills.
• Strong interest in space and alignment with the mission, demonstrating perseverance, resourcefulness, adaptability, and grit.
• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline.

Desired Skills, Experience, and Education:

• Experience supporting flight software certification.

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 Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.