Cimarron Software Services, Inc

Command & Data Handling (C&DH) Support Engineer

Cimarron Software Services, Inc$80K — $130K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • U.S. Citizenship required due to facility security requirements.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in related fields.
  • Expertise in Command and Data Handling (C&DH) engineering, especially in aerospace.
  • Familiarity with C&DH architectures and data communication protocols (like MIL-STD-1553, Ethernet).
  • Proficient understanding of software and firmware integration in C&DH contexts.
  • Strong skills in reviewing technical documentation and ensuring compliance.
  • Ability to work well within multidisciplinary teams with strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

  • Manage C&DH architecture requirements and configurations.
  • Track compliance of C&DH system-level design documentation with program requirements.
  • Assign and monitor tasks related to C&DH subsystems across various engineering teams.
  • Coordinate integration efforts of C&DH systems with hardware and software teams to meet program objectives.
  • Review and validate technical documentation related to C&DH and facilitate stakeholder communications.
  • Conduct regular follow-ups with C&DH engineers and stakeholders to address progress and issues.

Benefits

  • Work on a prominent project with Boeing's CST-100 Starliner spacecraft.
  • Opportunity to contribute to NASA's Commercial Crew Program.
  • Engagement in high-stakes engineering in space exploration.
  • No required travel, allowing for a stable work schedule.
  • Potential for professional development in aerospace engineering.
Full Job Description
Posting/External Job Title

Command & Data Handling (C&DH) Support Engineer

Location

Kennedy Space Center, FL 32815 US (Primary)

Remote/Onsite/Hybrid

100% Onsite

Job Type

Full-time

# of Hires Needed

1

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Travel

None

Security Clearance Required

None

Pay Range (All offers will be based on experience)

$80,000.00 - $130,000.00/yr

Position Introduction/Key Duties

Cimarron is seeking a Command & Data Handling (C&DH) Support Engineer to support the development of Boeing's CST-100 Starliner spacecraft as a part of NASA's Commercial Crew Program at Kennedy Space Center in Florida.

Key Duties:
  • Manage C&DH architecture requirements, configurations, and interfaces.
  • Track and verify C&DH system-level design documentation, ensuring compliance with program requirements.
  • Assign and track tasks and action items related to C&DH subsystems across engineering teams.
  • Coordinate with hardware and software teams to ensure C&DH system integration aligns with program objectives.
  • Review and validate C&DH-related stakeholder slide decks, technical documentation, and meeting minutes.
  • Conduct regular follow-ups with C&DH engineers and stakeholders to track progress and resolve issues.


Required/Desired Skills, Experience, and Education

Required Skills, Experience, and Education:
  • Due to facility security requirements, only U.S. Citizens are eligible for consideration at this time.
  • This is a sensitive/safety-sensitive position and is subject to DOT random drug and alcohol testing.
  • This position requires access to federal facilities. Candidates must possess a valid, unexpired Real ID-compliant driver's license or state-issued identification card at the time of hire. If you are unsure whether your ID is Real ID-compliant, please check for the star symbol in the upper portion of your driver's license or state ID.
  • 5 or more years of related experience.
  • Experience in Command and Data Handling (C&DH) engineering, particularly in space or airborne systems.
  • Knowledge of C&DH architectures, data buses (e.g., MIL-STD-1553, Ethernet), and data processing systems.
  • Understanding of C&DH software and firmware integration.
  • Excellent technical documentation review and verification skills.
  • Strong organizational and coordination skills, with experience working across multidisciplinary teams.
  • Bachelor's degree.

Desired Skills, Experience, and Education:
  • Experience supporting NASA or aerospace programs.


Resumes should list employment dates in month/year format (e.g., January 2020 - March 2024) for each position to meet customer and contract documentation requirements.

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