Job Description

Job Description

Cimarron is seeking mid-level and senior-level Flight Software Verification Engineers to support the Guidance, Navigation, Controls, and Propulsion (GNCP) flight software efforts for NASA’s Artemis II mission and Docking Phase 2 activities on the Orion Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle (MPCV). The selected candidates for these positions can work either at the Johnson Space Center in Houston, TX or Littleton, CO.

Working on NASA’s Artemis II mission and Docking Phase 2 activities means contributing to the return of humans to the Moon and advancing deep space exploration!

This is a hybrid role that will allow for some remote work!

These positions are expected to last at least 9 months, but are likely to be extended.

Key Duties:

• Support GNCP flight software verification activities for Artemis II.
• Develop, validate, and verify GNCP and Backup Flight Software (BFS) Rendezvous Proximity Operations and Docking (RPOD) software, as directed by the technical point of contact.
• Review requirements and identify corresponding success criteria.
• Create and implement Python-based test cases and scripts to verify flight software functionality.
• Follow the full verification lifecycle, including test development, execution, and qualification review.
• Review existing GNCP regression tests, troubleshoot issues, and implement corrections.
• Execute tests in both software and hardware test bed environments.
• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Deliver finalized verification of requirement success criteria, including Python test scripts, supporting utilities, updated DOORS documentation, test result files, and qualification checklists.

Required Skills, Experience, and Education:

• Due to facility security requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for consideration at this time.
• Ability to complete a pre-employment background check and drug screening, which will include but is not limited to testing for marijuana use.
• 1 or more years of related experience.
• Experience with Python scripting for software testing.
• Understanding of requirements-based testing and success criteria development.
• Familiarity with DOORS or other requirements management tools.
• Ability to work hands-on in both software simulation and hardware environments.
• Strong problem-solving and collaboration skills.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in a related discipline and 5 or more years of professional experience, Master's degree and 3 or more years of related experience, or Ph.D.

Additional Requirements for Senior-Level Candidates:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in a related discipline and 9 or more years of professional experience, Master's degree and 7 or more years of related experience, or Ph.D and 4 or more years of related experience.

Desired Skills, Experience, and Education:

• Experience supporting a NASA program.

Business Profile:

Cimarron is a global solutions company with a strategic partnering approach to satisfying customer-driven requirements. We ensure customer success with a modern approach and experienced leadership. Driven by an entrepreneurial spirit, Cimarron is fueled by highly skilled employees, developing new innovative technologies, and delivering superior products and services. We believe in recognizing employees' worth by offering competitive salaries and benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) contributions, educational reimbursement, and much more. From company communication through Company-wide information meetings led by our President and CEO, to an Awards program designed to recognize our amazing employees and their accomplishments, you will not only feel like you are a part of a team, you will be a valued member of the Cimarron family. Cimarron is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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