Washington Staffing
Software Development Engineer in Test II, GNC Software
Washington Staffing, Redmond, Washington, United States, 98052
Software Development Engineer In Test (Sdet)
Project Kuiper is an initiative to increase global broadband access through a constellation of 3,236 satellites in low Earth orbit (Leo). Its mission is to bring fast, affordable broadband to unserved and underserved communities around the world. Project Kuiper will help close the digital divide by delivering fast, affordable broadband to a wide range of customers, including consumers, businesses, government agencies, and other organizations operating in places without reliable connectivity. Kuiper is an ambitious project that depends on entirely new satellite designs along with all of the ground capabilities needed to operate a large constellation and provide high performance service to end users. Because the constellation will have several thousand satellites serving millions of customers, systems are being designed to be highly autonomous, self-adaptable to the environment, and capable of recovery in the event of problems. The great majority of new equipment and software is being developed and built in-house by our engineering and manufacturing teams. Job Summary: We're seeking a skilled Software Development Engineer in Test (Sdet) to join our Guidance, Navigation, and Control (Gnc) team. In this role, you'll be instrumental in ensuring the reliability and performance of flight-critical software systems that perform guidance, navigation, and control of the spacecraft platform and the software that operates the propulsion system. You'll work at the intersection of aerospace engineering and software testing, developing sophisticated test frameworks and automation solutions that validate complex Gnc algorithms. This position offers unique challenges in testing systems where precision and reliability are paramount. You'll collaborate with a cross-functional team of software developers, systems engineers, and Gnc specialists to maintain the highest standards of software quality for space missions. This role provides an exciting opportunity to work on space technology while growing your expertise in both software testing and aerospace systems. Key Job Responsibilities: Design and implement automated test frameworks for Gnc software components Create and maintain test plans, test cases, and test documentation Develop simulation-based testing environments for Gnc algorithms Build and maintain continuous integration/continuous testing (Ci/Ct) pipelines Collaborate with software developers to implement testability features Perform system integration testing and regression testing Identify, report, and track software defects Support verification and validation activities Basic Qualifications: Experience programming with at least one modern language such as Java, C++, or C# including object-oriented design Experience designing or supporting low-maintenance automation frameworks Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, or related field Understanding of software testing methodologies Familiarity with version control systems (Git, Gitfarm) Basic knowledge of continuous integration tools Preferred Qualifications: Experience with aerospace or robotics testing Knowledge of MATLAB Familiarity with Gnc concepts and algorithms Experience with real-time system testing Understanding of hardware-in-the-loop testing Knowledge of testing standards (Do-178c, Nasa-Std-8739.8) Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Project Kuiper is an initiative to increase global broadband access through a constellation of 3,236 satellites in low Earth orbit (Leo). Its mission is to bring fast, affordable broadband to unserved and underserved communities around the world. Project Kuiper will help close the digital divide by delivering fast, affordable broadband to a wide range of customers, including consumers, businesses, government agencies, and other organizations operating in places without reliable connectivity. Kuiper is an ambitious project that depends on entirely new satellite designs along with all of the ground capabilities needed to operate a large constellation and provide high performance service to end users. Because the constellation will have several thousand satellites serving millions of customers, systems are being designed to be highly autonomous, self-adaptable to the environment, and capable of recovery in the event of problems. The great majority of new equipment and software is being developed and built in-house by our engineering and manufacturing teams. Job Summary: We're seeking a skilled Software Development Engineer in Test (Sdet) to join our Guidance, Navigation, and Control (Gnc) team. In this role, you'll be instrumental in ensuring the reliability and performance of flight-critical software systems that perform guidance, navigation, and control of the spacecraft platform and the software that operates the propulsion system. You'll work at the intersection of aerospace engineering and software testing, developing sophisticated test frameworks and automation solutions that validate complex Gnc algorithms. This position offers unique challenges in testing systems where precision and reliability are paramount. You'll collaborate with a cross-functional team of software developers, systems engineers, and Gnc specialists to maintain the highest standards of software quality for space missions. This role provides an exciting opportunity to work on space technology while growing your expertise in both software testing and aerospace systems. Key Job Responsibilities: Design and implement automated test frameworks for Gnc software components Create and maintain test plans, test cases, and test documentation Develop simulation-based testing environments for Gnc algorithms Build and maintain continuous integration/continuous testing (Ci/Ct) pipelines Collaborate with software developers to implement testability features Perform system integration testing and regression testing Identify, report, and track software defects Support verification and validation activities Basic Qualifications: Experience programming with at least one modern language such as Java, C++, or C# including object-oriented design Experience designing or supporting low-maintenance automation frameworks Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, or related field Understanding of software testing methodologies Familiarity with version control systems (Git, Gitfarm) Basic knowledge of continuous integration tools Preferred Qualifications: Experience with aerospace or robotics testing Knowledge of MATLAB Familiarity with Gnc concepts and algorithms Experience with real-time system testing Understanding of hardware-in-the-loop testing Knowledge of testing standards (Do-178c, Nasa-Std-8739.8) Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.