Parsons

Software Engineer (NASA SENSE)

Parsons$112K — $196K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • US citizenship required
  • Active DoD Secret clearance or ability to obtain one
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science
  • Minimum of 5 years professional experience
  • Experience in Agile software development teams
  • Proficient with Git and GitLab for version control and collaboration
  • Familiar with Jira for task and issue management

Responsibilities

  • Analyze, design, implement, test, and document software for satellite communication systems
  • Collaborate with systems engineers and project managers for quality system delivery
  • Engage in Agile practices including sprint planning and daily stand-ups
  • Utilize Git and GitLab for source control and collaborative development
  • Manage work and track issues using Jira
  • Create unit tests and system regression test cases
  • Contribute to design and code reviews and assist in prototype development

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Paid time off and flexible work schedules
  • 401(k) plan
  • Life insurance
  • Holidays to support work-life balance
Full Job Description
Job Description:

Mission Solutions directorate of Parsons Space is now hiring a full-time Software Engineer to support NASA's Space Exploration Network Services and Evolution, (SENSE) program at the White Sands Complex (WSC) in Las Cruces, New Mexico. We need Software Engineers who are versatile, demonstrate leadership, and are willing to tackle new challenges. The successful candidate will review system architecture and select and implement appropriate development and support tools to ensure product performance. Parsons offers opportunities for customer interaction and quick-reaction development on a team focused on delivering software and technology for domestic and international space programs.

Position Responsibilities
  • Analyze, design, implement, test, and document software for high-profile satellite communications systems
  • Work closely with systems engineers and project managers to deliver reliable, high-quality systems to the customer
  • Work within an Agile development team by participating in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, backlog refinement, sprint reviews, and retrospectives
  • Use Git and GitLab for source control, code review, branching, merging, and collaborative software development
  • Use Jira to manage assigned work, update task and issue status, and support backlog and sprint tracking
  • Develop unit tests and system and regression test cases
  • Participate in design and code reviews for project and product initiatives
  • Assist with prototype and tool development


Required Qualifications
  • Must be a US citizen
  • Must have an active DoD Secret clearance or be able to obtain a DoD Secret clearance
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science
  • Not less than 5 years of related professional experience
  • Experience working on a software development team that uses Agile methods
  • Experience using Git for version control, GitLab for repository management and collaborative development workflows, and Jira for backlog, issue, and sprint tracking


Desired Qualifications
  • Proficiency in SQL, Ada, C, C++, Java, and/or LabVIEW
  • Familiarity with XML, HTML, Tcl, Python, and shell scripting languages
  • Experience with Linux and Windows development environments and tools (Eclipse, Visual Studio, etc.)
  • Self-motivated and disciplined - able to work with minimal supervision
  • Tracking and Data Relay Satellite system
  • Basic knowledge of computer networking
  • DEC Alphas and OpenVMS
  • Memory and performance profiling


Security Clearance Requirement:
An active Secret security clearance is required for this position.

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what's next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: $112,200.00 - $196,400.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

About Parsons

Parsons Corporation is a technology-driven engineering services firm with more than 70 years of experience in the engineering, construction, technical, and professional services industries. The corporation is a leader in many diversified markets with a focus on infrastructure, defense, security, and construction. Parsons delivers design/design-build, program/construction management, systems design/engineering, cyber/converged security, and other professional services packaged in innovative alternative delivery methods to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide. Parsons is a leader in many diversified markets with a focus on infrastructure, defense, security, and construction. Parsons delivers design/design-build, program/construction management, systems design/engineering, cyber/converged security, and other professional services packaged in innovative alternative delivery methods to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide.
Learn more about Parsons
Size
15,500 employees
Market Cap
$4.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$98.5 million
Founded
1944
5 Year Trend
+3.8%
Revenue
$3.9 billion
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