The Software Development Engineer participates in implementing and maintaining laboratory automation software that controls real-time HWIL simulation systems used to support the NASA Space Launch System (SLS) program at MSFC. The incumbent collects, interprets and documents system requirements; participates in component, subsystem, and system concept designs; develops and recommends methods, tools and designs and participates as a member of a multifunctional laboratory automation development team. Some functions of the position are as follows:

Perform software systems engineering functions as required.

Analyze and develop software per customer requirements.

Implement source code per detailed designs.

Support software integration troubleshooting and bug-fix activities.

Develop and execute test plans and procedures.

Conduct and participate in design and code reviews.

Enter or update documentation into appropriate control systems.

Troubleshoot and correct test automation anomalies.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure products meet performance goals.

Produce documentation and user training materials to assist users in the operation of software.

Job Requirements:

A degree in computer science, engineering, or related field is required. A degree from an ABET-accredited university is preferred. Typically, educational requirements are the equivalent of an MS with at least 3 years of experience, or a BS with at least 5 years of experience.

Additional requirements and/or desired attributes:

Experience in developing software in the Python scripting language or C/C++ is preferred or 1-5 years in C#, VB.net, JAVA, JavaScript.

Experience in client/server web programming is desirable, preferably FastAPI and/or REACT.

Exposure to tools/languages/standards such as MATLAB, XML, C/C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, Git, Jira, and Linux batch scripting is desirable.

Experience in architecting and developing object-oriented software applications.

Proficiency working with Unix/Linux (Unix-like OS structure, file system, shell, secure shell).

Work in a software development team and independently applying DevOps concepts and Agile Development methodologies. Experience with roles as Agile Product Owner and/or Scrum Master is a plus.

Familiarity with software deployment and system configuration management tools, infrastructure as code (e.g., Ansible, Puppet).

Experience with Remote Procedure Call (RPC) concepts.