The Commanding Team at Space Telescope Science Institute is seeking a Systems Software Engineer. The team develops the onboard software to drive science operations for the Hubble Space Telescope (HST) and the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), scheduled to launch in Spring 2021. Take part in a NASA mission at the forefront of astronomy in a job that offers an excellent benefits package, tuition reimbursement, competitive salaries, and a stimulating and diverse work environment. The Space Telescope Science Institute, is located on the Johns Hopkins University Campus in Baltimore, MD.
***Your role***
In this job, your role would include one or more of the following:
become knowledgeable in the operation of the James Webb Space Telescope science instruments and spacecraft
develop onboard software (JavaScript) to command the science instruments
support all aspects of front-end and back-end software design
develop science operation products to test onboard script execution
operate spacecraft, observatory and ground system simulators and/or actual flight software and hardware
develop tools and applications to support testing
**About you:**
You are typically eager to learn and grow in their career, demonstrate great versatility and teamwork, and are creative problem-solvers with strong verbal and written communication skills.
We are looking for applicants with experience with one or more of the following:
Utilizing programming technologies to code algorithms that satisfy software requirements
Designing and executing tests to verify software requirements, especially for end-to-end testing of software systems
Designing and developing large complex software systems
Experience with scientific spacecraft instrumentation command and control functions
Working knowledge of JavaScript, Python or Java or other programming languages
Software development utilizing relational databases
Your Qualifications and Job Requirements:
You should have a Bachelor of Science degree or higher degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Astrophysics, or a related technical or scientific field, and a minimum of 5 years of recent experience in software development and testing. Experience with NASA scientific spacecraft is a plus. Substitution of additional relevant education or experience for the stated qualifications may be considered. You have strong analytical, problem solving, verbal and written communication skills, and a team player mentality. The starting salary is commensurate to your education and experience.
Candidates must be a US citizen or Permanent Resident. Qualification for ITAR clearance is required.
TO APPLY: You are requested to complete an on-line application through the Apply Now link to our Employment Opportunities on our website at: www.stsci.edu/opportunities. Applications received by October 17, 2018 will receive full consideration.
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