Aegis Aerospace Inc.
Senior Software Engineer – Orion Ground Software Support
Aegis Aerospace Inc., Littleton, Colorado, us, 80161
Senior Software Engineer – Orion Ground Software Support
Position Title:
Senior Software Engineer – Orion Ground Software Support
Location:
Littleton, CO (Denver area)
Relocation Assistance:
Relocation assistance is not anticipated
Remote/Telework:
No – onsite only
Clearance Required:
Must be a U.S. Citizen
Work Schedule:
9/80; every other Friday off
Travel:
Minimal
Period of Performance:
Through November 1, 2026
Description of Duties Aegis Aerospace is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to support our partnership with Lockheed Martin on NASA’s Orion program. In this position, the selected candidate will join the Orion Electrical Ground Support Equipment (EGSE) Software Team, developing software that ensures mission reliability and ground system performance for the world’s only deep‑space crewed spacecraft.
Responsibilities
Develop software engineering solutions for Orion’s EGSE systems supporting ground telemetry and communications
Design, enhance, and troubleshoot software that processes spacecraft telemetry data and voice/network communication
Apply C++ and Linux expertise to maintain and evolve Orion’s ground software infrastructure
Collaborate with system engineers, lab users, and Lockheed Martin technical leads to ensure data integrity and operational readiness
Assist users and lab managers with data analysis and anomaly resolution
Provide off‑hours support as required to maintain lab productivity
Contribute to a collaborative, team‑oriented environment focused on long‑term Orion program success
Minimum Qualifications
Must be a U.S. Citizen
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
Minimum 5 years of software development experience in C++ within Linux environments
Strong understanding of satellite operations and telemetry systems and processing
Experience supporting Voice and Network communication systems
Experience with anomaly investigation, root‑cause analysis, and resolution
Experience assisting users with data analysis and software troubleshooting
Demonstrated ability to contribute effectively in team‑based environments
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Desired Qualifications
Experience supporting NASA or Lockheed Martin Orion programs
Experience with real‑time ground system operations
Familiarity with spacecraft command and telemetry architectures
Proficiency in multi‑language environments (C++, Java, Python)
Experience supporting government or aerospace contracts
Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat)
Compensation Salary Range: $90,000 – $117,000 annually. Final compensation is based on experience, education, and directly relevant certifications.
Application Instructions Resumes must list employment dates in month/year format to be considered. All information provided must be accurate and verifiable. Any falsification or omission may result in immediate disqualification.
Due to federal program requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this position. Applicants who do not meet this requirement should not apply. Any misrepresentation of citizenship status will result in disqualification and may be subject to further review.
About Aegis Aerospace Aegis Aerospace is a woman‑owned space and technology company headquartered in Houston, TX. Our primary objective is to support the Department of Defense and NASA in achieving their missions to defend the security of our country, reach new heights, and discover the unknown. We employ some of the brightest, most experienced engineering and technology experts in the U.S. Learn more at www.aegisaero.com.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veteran / Disability
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Senior Software Engineer – Orion Ground Software Support
Location:
Littleton, CO (Denver area)
Relocation Assistance:
Relocation assistance is not anticipated
Remote/Telework:
No – onsite only
Clearance Required:
Must be a U.S. Citizen
Work Schedule:
9/80; every other Friday off
Travel:
Minimal
Period of Performance:
Through November 1, 2026
Description of Duties Aegis Aerospace is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to support our partnership with Lockheed Martin on NASA’s Orion program. In this position, the selected candidate will join the Orion Electrical Ground Support Equipment (EGSE) Software Team, developing software that ensures mission reliability and ground system performance for the world’s only deep‑space crewed spacecraft.
Responsibilities
Develop software engineering solutions for Orion’s EGSE systems supporting ground telemetry and communications
Design, enhance, and troubleshoot software that processes spacecraft telemetry data and voice/network communication
Apply C++ and Linux expertise to maintain and evolve Orion’s ground software infrastructure
Collaborate with system engineers, lab users, and Lockheed Martin technical leads to ensure data integrity and operational readiness
Assist users and lab managers with data analysis and anomaly resolution
Provide off‑hours support as required to maintain lab productivity
Contribute to a collaborative, team‑oriented environment focused on long‑term Orion program success
Minimum Qualifications
Must be a U.S. Citizen
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
Minimum 5 years of software development experience in C++ within Linux environments
Strong understanding of satellite operations and telemetry systems and processing
Experience supporting Voice and Network communication systems
Experience with anomaly investigation, root‑cause analysis, and resolution
Experience assisting users with data analysis and software troubleshooting
Demonstrated ability to contribute effectively in team‑based environments
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Desired Qualifications
Experience supporting NASA or Lockheed Martin Orion programs
Experience with real‑time ground system operations
Familiarity with spacecraft command and telemetry architectures
Proficiency in multi‑language environments (C++, Java, Python)
Experience supporting government or aerospace contracts
Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat)
Compensation Salary Range: $90,000 – $117,000 annually. Final compensation is based on experience, education, and directly relevant certifications.
Application Instructions Resumes must list employment dates in month/year format to be considered. All information provided must be accurate and verifiable. Any falsification or omission may result in immediate disqualification.
Due to federal program requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this position. Applicants who do not meet this requirement should not apply. Any misrepresentation of citizenship status will result in disqualification and may be subject to further review.
About Aegis Aerospace Aegis Aerospace is a woman‑owned space and technology company headquartered in Houston, TX. Our primary objective is to support the Department of Defense and NASA in achieving their missions to defend the security of our country, reach new heights, and discover the unknown. We employ some of the brightest, most experienced engineering and technology experts in the U.S. Learn more at www.aegisaero.com.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veteran / Disability
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