Vast is building artificial gravity space stations, and needs to develop automated testing systems for the design and build of these human-rated space stations, specifically for the Haven-1 commercial space station.
Requirements
- 15+ years of experience coding in C++ or Python
- Proven track record of leading the technical direction for the development of software test frameworks, Hardware-in-the-Loop test assets, or Avionics/Electronics testing for complex safety critical systems
- Excellent System Design skills
- Proficiency in PyTest
- Experience working in a continuous build and test environment
- Familiarity with Git, Cmake, and GNU tools
- Knowledge of CI/CD and issue tracking tools such as the Atlassian Suite (JIRA, Bitbucket, Confluence) and Github
Responsibilities
- Develop new and optimize existing software codebases and systems which will be used to test flight software running on the Vast family of spacecraft
- Mentor junior software engineers to help build a strong and capable team
- Own the lifecycle of software, including rolling out to operations, managing configurations, maintaining and upgrading, and supporting end-users
- Configure and optimize automated testing and deployment systems
- Work closely with Systems Engineering and other engineering departments to build a strong understanding of the station
- This is a hands-on role where you will be writing and shipping code used in production
Other
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering or other engineering discipline
- Willingness to work evenings and/or weekends to support critical mission milestones
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted
- The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a “U.S. person” as defined by [22 C.F.R. § 120.62] or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing.
- Vast is an Equal Opportunity Employer
