United Launch Alliance

Embedded Flight Software Engineer 3

United Launch Alliance$113K — $188K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related technical discipline.
  • 4+ years of hands-on industry experience.
  • Proficient with Unix-based operating systems.
  • Experienced in object-oriented designs and programming languages.
  • Familiar with Software Configuration Management tools, preferably Git.

Responsibilities

  • Develop new software products for embedded systems.
  • Implement modern software design principles and concepts.
  • Resolve complex software-related issues effectively.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams in an Agile setting.
  • Engage in coaching technical concepts to peers.

Benefits

  • 401(k) match with additional employer contributions.
  • Discretionary annual incentive bonus potential for eligible employees.
  • Generous paid time off policy.
  • Flexible work environments including a '9/80' schedule for enhanced work-life balance.
Full Job Description
Requisition ID: 1993

Standard Weekly Hours: 40.00

Location: ULA - Denver

Relocation: Yes- Relocation may be available

Travel Requirements: None/Infrequent

Job Overview & Responsibilities

At ULA, as an Embedded Flight Software Engineer 3 in Vulcan Development you are responsible for developing new software products, implementing modern software design principles and concepts, resolving complex technical software problems, and providing solutions which are innovative and ingenious.

You will work with a highly collaborative team in an Agile environment embracing a "fail-fast" mentality (fail fast, fail often, react quickly and learn from every failure). You will engage with Product Owners, Technology Architects, QA and/or Automation team members on cross-functional activities to design, develop, and test cutting-edge software solutions. You will be expected to understand and coach technical concepts to those around you.

Joining ULA's Software Engineering team will give you the opportunity to take on unique and mission-critical responsibilities while allowing you to shape your own career path and drive change.

Required Education

Bachelor

Required Years of Experience

Minimum of 4 years of related work experience

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a related technical discipline with 4+ years of hands-on industry experience.
  • Experience with Unix-based operating systems
  • Experience with object-oriented designs and languages
  • Experience with Software Configuration Management practices and tools such as Git (preferred), SVN, or Perforce
  • Experience with one or more of the following:
    • Real Time Operating Systems like RTEMS, RTLinux, QNX, LynxOS, etc.
    • Embedded solutions with timing and memory constraints
    • Communication protocols, including Ethernet, Serial, MIL-STD-1553
    • Software Model Development of Avionics and Physical Systems
    • Microprocessors
    • Modern web application development and tech stack, including REST APIs
    • Microservices architecture
    • Developing device drivers
    • Hardware - software integration


Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with one or more of the following languages:
    • C/C++
    • Python
    • Java
    • JavaScript
  • Experience with software development practices including:
    • Continuous Integration / Continuous Delivery (CI/CD)
    • Agile Methodologies
    • Test Driven Development (TDD)
    • Design Principles
  • Experience leading in a Software Engineering environment.
  • Experience presenting software architecture and designs to both internal audiences as well as external customers
  • Experience working with UML
  • Real-time, 6 degree-of-freedom, motion simulation experience
  • Cloud Deployment (AWS)


Summary Salary Range (for ULA - Denveronly): $113,122.00 - $188,537.00

Please note that the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon a candidate's experience and qualifications, as well as internal equity, market and business considerations. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in addition to base pay.

We offer our employees competitive pay and benefits including:
  • 401(k) match plus an additional employer contribution
  • Discretionary annual incentive bonus for eligible employees
  • Generous paid time off
  • Flexible work environments


Additionally, most salaried ULA team members work a "9/80 schedule," meaning they enjoy every other Friday off.

Benefits and work schedules may vary for union-represented hourly positions and are described in the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Security Clearance / International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR). This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR). Therefore, all applicants must be U.S. Persons as defined in ITAR 22 CFR 120.62 (e.g., U.S. Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or protected individual. See 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) and 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) for additional information).

About United Launch Alliance

United Launch Alliance (ULA) is a joint venture between Lockheed Martin Space and Boeing Defense, Space & Security. The company provides reliable and cost-effective launch services for government and commercial customers, including NASA, the Department of Defense, and other agencies. ULA's launch vehicles include the Atlas V and Delta IV families of rockets, which are designed to meet a wide range of mission requirements. The company is committed to delivering innovative solutions that enable customers to achieve their goals in space.
Learn more about United Launch Alliance
Size
3,500 employees
Industry
Founded
2006

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