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2044 Software Engineer - Spacecraft Systems with Security Clearance

All Points Logistics LLCHouston, TX🇺🇸United StatesPosted 13 Jul 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

Advance your career in a critical role supporting cutting-edge spacecraft simulation and mission integration for the Orion program, where your C++ and Python expertise will be key to developing and validating vital flight software. This on-site position in Houston offers a competitive salary range and the opportunity to collaborate with leading aerospace engineers, making it an ideal environment for ambitious software professionals seeking significant impact. Apply today to contribute to groundbreaking space exploration!

Quick Overview

Salary
$70k - $140k/yr
Work Type
On Site
Schedule
Employee
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

THIS IS A FEDERAL CONTRACT - U.S. CITIZENSHIP IS REQUIRED
100% ON-SITE - HOUSTON, TX DESCRIPTION OF POSITION / DUTIES: All Points is seeking a Software Engineer to support the Orion program in Houston, Texas. This role supports spacecraft simulation, mission integration, and flight software test activities within the Orion Simulation and SOCCRATES environments. *This is a Federal Contract, and U.S. Citizenship is required. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered.* The selected candidate will support development, test, verification, and validation efforts for spacecraft simulation software used to test flight software, avionics, and associated ground systems. This role involves hands-on development and troubleshooting within laboratory simulation environments and requires strong collaboration across multidisciplinary engineering teams. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: * Develop and support spacecraft system and subsystem simulation software * Perform environmental modeling, mission simulation, and system-level testing activities * Support Orion Simulation and/or SOCCRATES development efforts * Perform defect resolution, debugging, and software troubleshooting * Support development, test, verification, and validation (V&V) activities * Develop hardware and environmental models and fault simulation capabilities * Support use of simulation environments in lab-based test systems * Collaborate with engineers across flight software, avionics, and ground systems EDUCATION: * Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university in related Engineering Field · EXPERIENCE: * Minimum 3+ years of relevant software engineering experience SKILLS / QUALIFICATIONS: Required: * Strong experience with C++ and Python development * Experience working in Linux development environments * Experience troubleshooting software and software interfaces * Experience with multi-threaded applications * Experience supporting full software development lifecycle * Experience with network protocols (e.g., RF, RUC, Ethernet) * Experience with RS422 / RS485 communication protocols * Experience with containerized environments Desired: * Experience with FPGA * Experience with LabVIEW * Experience with simulation environments or flight/embedded systems SECURITY CLEARANCE: * U.S. Citizenship required * NACI/Public Trust/Badging Background Check as required SALARY RANGE: $70,000 - $140,000 annually (commensurate with experience) Positions with All Points are full-time, direct, and we offer a comprehensive benefits package. For more information please visit: https://www.allpointsllc.com/careers/ All Points is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Skills

Embedded Systems
FPGA
C++
HTTPS
Python

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