Flight Software Engineer II

Job Description

Job Title: Flight Software Engineer II

Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract Flight Software Engineer II with our client located in Centennial, CO.

Job Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and test software applications for space systems and technologies.
• Write clean, maintainable code following best practices and coding standards.
• Architect and implement complex software systems to meet project requirements.
• Collaborate with team members to understand project requirements and contribute to the development of software solutions.
• Utilize version control systems such as Git to manage code changes and collaborate with team members.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to development standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve software-related issues in a timely manner.
• Document software configurations, processes, and procedures for future reference.
• Stay current with industry trends and advancements in software development and space technologies.
• Mentor and guide other engineers, providing technical leadership and support.
  
  
  

Job Qualifications:

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree or master’s 3 yrs experience).
• Typically, 5 years of related experience.
• Expertise in one to multiple programming languages and advanced understanding of software development principles.
• Ability to design and architect complex software systems.
• Experience with different software development methodologies such as Agile and Scrum/Kanban.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to mentor and guide other engineers.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance is required
  
  
  

Nice To Have:

• Strong technical understanding of C and Object-Oriented Programming
• Experience implementing client-server applications using socket I/O using TCP/UDP.
• Experience implementing loosely coupled applications using PUB/SUB messaging
• Familiarity with Open Standards such as CCSDS, C2MS, Open Mission Systems (OMS), and Universal C2 Interface (UCI)
• Experience with spacecraft flight software development
• Experience developing mission management and/or payload control software
• Demonstrated experience leading a team developing software
• Experience with software tools for requirements tracking, code reviews, static analysis, library and artifact repository, and automated build
• Knowledge of software development methodologies such as Agile/Scrum
• Experience and knowledge of Software Design Patterns
• Experience using SysML/UML to create Software Designs
• Experience testing and debugging on both Software in the Loop (SITL) and Hardware in the Loop (HITL, on target platform) environments
• Experience with Source Code Configuration Management platforms (GIT, SVN)
• Experience developing on Linux
• Experience with network configurations including netconf
• Experience with embedded programming including new board build up
• Experience optimizing computer system performance including optimization for timing.
  
  
  

Job Details:

• Job Type: Contract
• Pay Range: $60-$83 an hour.
• Location: Centennial, CO.
• Required US Citizenship -May be required to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance at the appropriate level.
  
  
  

Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan.

About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.