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FTI - Frontier Technology Inc.

Lead Software Engineer

FTI - Frontier Technology Inc., Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States, 80509

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FTI - Frontier Technology Inc. Overview

FTI is seeking a highly skilled Lead Software Engineer with Ground Control Stations experience to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have experience in mission management systems, data processing, command and control, and ground control station integration. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining the software infrastructure that enables efficient and reliable operation and integration of ground control stations used for controlling space missions. You will work with cutting-edge technologies in cloud environments, real-time data processing, and mission control systems. This work will primarily be performed in Colorado Springs, CO, with travel to integration sites as required. Responsibilities Design, develop, document, test, and debug new and existing software systems and/or applications (cloud and/or in-house). Develop and maintain mission control software for a ground control station environment, including integration with hardware and cloud systems. Write wrapper code to support the integration of different software components within the ground control station (GCS). Design, develop, and integrate software systems that interact with satellite and mission control hardware. Experience with Flight Dynamics, Orbital Planning, Mission Management, Telemetry and Commanding, Ground Control, data management, and other traditional ground systems components. Work with AWS and cloud infrastructure to scale the system and ensure high availability. Develop real-time systems for mission data processing, telemetry, and anomaly detection. Develop solutions in C#, Python, JAVA, and/or C++ for various ground control station components. Help build and maintain automated testing frameworks to ensure reliability and performance. Collaborate on developing dashboards to visualize mission data, telemetry, and performance metrics. Ensure efficient integration of various software systems within the control station, focusing on reliability, performance, and scalability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve complex system integration challenges. Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for software applications, APIs, and processes. Participate in full development lifecycle including requirements analysis and design. Support, maintain, and document software functionality; evaluate new technologies for implementation. Participate in design meetings, analyze user needs, and prototype, test, and debug programs.

Leadership Responsibilities

Effective Leadership: articulate vision, make informed decisions, resolve conflicts, empower team members, anticipate needs, and build high-performing teams. Employee Intimacy: develop trust, understand motivations, show genuine interest, and recognize achievements. Coaching Through Change: demonstrate adaptability, provide resources, support emotional well-being, and communicate vision. Mentoring: identify growth opportunities, set goals, conduct mentoring sessions, and model behaviors. Performance Management: set SMART goals, conduct check-ins, utilize KPIs, communicate openly, and foster continuous improvement. Time Sheet Approval: ensure timely, accurate, and compliant submissions, and provide feedback on attendance patterns.

Education/Qualifications

Must be a U.S. Citizen with an active Top Secret (TS) security clearance (SCI and SAP eligibility preferred). Bachelors degree in Computer Sciences, Engineering, or related field; Masters preferred. 10+ years of Software Development Experience. Experience with C#, Python, JAVA, C++, and ground control systems components. Experience with Flight Dynamics, Orbital Planning, Mission Management, Telemetry, Commanding, and data management. Experience with OpenC3 COSMOS is desired.

Annual compensation range for Colorado candidates: $120K - $202K. Starting pay depends on qualifications and experience. Additional Details Senior level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Engineering and IT Industries: IT Services and Consulting

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