Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related technical discipline
- Minimum of three years of professional experience in satellite command and control systems or complex hardware-software integration projects
- Eligibility to secure a U.S. Security Clearance
- Strong programming skills in languages including Python, C++, or Java
- Proven background in real-time embedded software development or connecting hardware components with mission-critical software platforms
- Working knowledge of Git, GitHub, or equivalent version control systems
- Advanced ability to analyze technical systems and resolve complex integration issues
- Highly resourceful and adaptable, capable of integrating diverse mission requirements into software frameworks while solving novel challenges efficiently
- Strategic thinking about the long-term scalability and expansion of command and control infrastructure
- Self-motivated with the ability to drive projects independently and deliver on schedule with limited supervision
- Commitment to high standards in software quality, maintainability, fault tolerance, and system performance
- Excellent communication skills across technical and non-technical teams, with the ability to simplify complex concepts for varied audiences
Nice to Have
- Experience with satellite communication protocols such as CCSDS, CSP, CFDP, IP, and associated data processing methods
- Familiarity with standardized command and telemetry formats like XTCE or MIB, or equivalent standards from other domains
- Knowledge of encryption standards including AES-256 GCM, AES-256 CFB, AES-256 ECB, and NSA Type 1 algorithms such as PEGASUS and CARIBOU
- Hands-on experience with AWS cloud services including Lambda, ECS, EKS, CloudWatch, S3, EFS/EBS, EC2, and RDS
- Background in using and contributing to open source software projects
Benefits
- Serious commitment to work-life balance, offering unlimited paid time off and requiring at least 15 days of annual leave, aligned with most U.S. federal holidays
- Quarterly wellness benefits to support mental and physical health
- Full coverage of employee health insurance premiums and comprehensive plans available for dependents
- Retirement savings support through a 4% 401(k) match
- Annual four-day company offsite with past locations including San Francisco, Nashville, Denver, Santa Fe, New Orleans, and San Diego
- Opportunity to shape the evolving company culture and contribute to future organizational development
Work Arrangement
Hybrid
Work Arrangement
This position operates in a hybrid model, requiring 2 to 3 days per week on-site in Arvada, Colorado.
Other
- This role requires 2-3 days of in-office presence weekly in Arvada, CO.
- Applicant must be able to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance.
- To comply with U.S. export control laws, candidates must be U.S. citizens, nationals, lawful permanent residents, refugees, or asylees, or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
