Job Description
A client of Insight Global is seeking a Software Engineer to join their team in Houston, TX. This person will be responsible for implementing spacecraft flight software applications, space vehicle software architecture, space vehicle systems/subsystems, and device driver interfaces. They'll be implementing and testing flight software for ISS Commercial Resupply Services Contract and additional commercial space programs. They will work across multiple systems, including, flight software, GNC, testing, and simulation that are specific to the development of an ISS visiting vehicle.
Required Skills & Experience
5+ years of experience as a Software Engineer
Significant experience with embedded systems and overall software stack and environment
Significant C++ skills
Experience developing code on various platforms (ARM, x86, PowerPC, SPARC, 8051, etc)
Hands-on experience with various hardware interfaces (PCI, 1553, SPI, I2C, CAN, RS-422/232)
Hands-on RTOS experience (RTEMS, VxWorks, Xenomai Linux, etc.)
Experience developing hard real-time RTOS applications at the top of the software stack.
Nice to Have Skills & Experience
ARINC-653 experience
Experience with NASA's Core Flight System / Core Flight Software (CFS)
Knowledge of CCSDS standards and utilization
In-depth knowledge of the NXP MPC8548E PowerQUICC III Processor or closely related processors
Understanding of the tailoring of MMU, cache, and DMA behavior
Experience with Wind River VxWorks 653 RTOS Board Support Packages (BSPs) and their tailoring for PowerQUICC architecture processors
C or Python skills
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.