Flight Software Test Engineer

Position Introduction/Key Duties

Cimarron is seeking Guidance, Navigation, Control, and Propulsion (GNCP) Flight Software (FSW) Test Engineers to support the Orion Program—NASA’s next-generation spacecraft for deep space exploration, including the Artemis missions. As part of this groundbreaking program, you’ll have the unique opportunity to work on the Guidance, Navigation, Control, and Propulsion (GNCP) systems of the Orion spacecraft, which will carry astronauts around the Moon and pave the way for human exploration of Mars and beyond.

Ideally, the selected candidates for this job would be located onsite in either Houston, TX or Denver, CO. However, hybrid or remote work options may be available.

Key Duties

• Develop, execute, and analyze software tests to validate the GNCP FSW for the Orion spacecraft.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure proper integration and functionality of software with GNCP subsystems.
• Use Python to automate test scripts and support software validation efforts.
• Document test plans, results, and any identified issues, providing feedback to development teams.
• Support verification and validation activities for mission-critical software, ensuring compliance with performance and safety requirements.
  
  
  

Required/Desired Skills, Experience, And Education

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.
• 2 or more years of experience in software testing or software development.
• Experience with software testing, including test planning, execution, and debugging.
• Proficiency in Python for test automation and analysis.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work with complex software systems.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  
  
  

Desired Skills, Experience, And Education

• Experience with Matlab and Simulink for modeling and simulation.
• Familiarity with Guidance, Navigation, Control, and Propulsion (GNCP) systems or aerospace-related systems.
• Experience in software verification and validation for safety-critical systems.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills, with an ability to work in cross-functional teams.
  
  
  

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/Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/Disability/Veteran.