Jacobs
Software Functional Manager or Spacecraft Software Insight / Oversight Engineer
Jacobs, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Job Description - Software Functional Manager or Spacecraft Software Insight / Oversight Engineer (ADV000887)Your Impact:Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you!We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA’s pursuits in deep space exploration.Our Engineering Division is seeking a
Software Functional Manager or Spacecraft Software Insight / Oversight Engineer
to join the team.We are actively searching for qualified candidates for this potential opening; however, we do not have assurance at this time when the position will be finalized and opened. Because we have strong reason to believe the position will be approved soon, we are proceeding with identifying qualified candidates and conducting interviews.This is an open requisition for potential future openings within The Engineering & Robotics Division at Johnson Space Center as a Software Functional Manager or Spacecraft Software Engineer. Apply to this requisition if you want to be considered for openings that may come available in the next 180 days.As a Software Functional Manager (SFM) you will:Serve as a Software Functional Manager (SFM) by interfacing with, collaborating with, and monitoring the Prime Contractor and collaborating with NASA Civil Servants to perform the following activities:Provide technical feedback on spacecraft products developed by the software contractorMonitor the contractor work being done during the preparation for launchReview code for errors to ensure proper adherence to code development processReview code design documentation to ensure clear and correct design as per requirementsReview software Unit Tests to ensure processes were followed and Unit Tests fully test the functionalityReview Integration testing to ensure integration tests fully exercise the interfaces between domain code and code from other domainsFollow the software Verification campaign to ensure that the Verification tests pass and that they are sufficient to prove the functionality required of the target softwareFollow and participate in the Validation campaign to prove that the data provided to the software produces the desired operation of that softwareAdvise and appraise through code reviews, requirement reviews, and any other relevant reviewsNegotiate and collaborate across multiple interdisciplinary teamsProvide status report to senior management as requestedPerform any other oversight tasks assigned by the System ManagerPerform other duties as requiredAs a Spacecraft Software Engineer you will:Provide Software Insight and OversightSoftware release planning and estimationReview lower-level software testing and verification activitiesPerform software product assessment for completeness of design and implementation throughout the full software development lifecycleEnsure NASA requirements are satisfied by design solutions and support production/control board meetings, design and system reviewsSupport the development of CDR and manufacturing readiness review products and participate in module system reviewsInterface with NASA and spacecraft system engineering teamsSubsystem Software insight and oversightProvide engineering insight and oversight support for prime contractor on an assigned subsystem or subsystemsCoordinate with the product team on programmatic requirement change requests, design review support, interface definition and control, verification integrationMonitor system integration, interface management and coordinationPerform any other oversight tasks assigned by the System ManagerPerform other duties as requiredHere's What You'll Need:Requisition Qualifications:This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidate's experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.Typically requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent certification in a related area and normally possess 15 years of experience in the field or in a related areaTechnical (General)Experience with the development of space systems requirements documents including functional requirements and verification success criteriaProficiency with C/C++ coding and experience testing C/C++ classes and their associated methodsExperience leading a software development project across the full development life cycleExperience with agile software development and tools including Jira, Confluence, Jenkins, git, slack, SharePointExperience with gitlab version control, configuration management, and issue trackingExperience in risk assessment and implementation of risk reducing measuresProfessionalMaintain a professional relationship with the NASA customer and other NASA support contractorsProficiency with team collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams, Webex, Skype, SharePointExcellent communication, negotiation and coordination skills and strong customer service attitudeEffectively communicate across a wide range of technical disciplines, with vendors/contractors, direct customers and upper managementExperience working in and fostering a collaborative team environmentAbility to prepare written documents/presentations and to verbally present at various meetingsMust be able to organize and prioritize tasks in order to meet deadlines and schedules with limited supervisionWork in a fast-paced, Agile environmentCan understand and absorb new concepts quicklySelf-starter and able to take initiative and work with little directionRequisition Preferences:Prior background in space or aerospace software is a plusKnowledge of systems engineering principles and associated documentationKnowledge of commonly used NASA concepts, practices, processes and procedures relating to mechanical and Experience working as part of an Integrated Product Team to develop and test safety-critical softwareExperience with highly autonomous systemsExperience developing software across the full development life cycleExperience with NPR 7150.2 or DO178 and other NASA or Commercial Airline software and systems engineering standardsCapability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI)Software project management experienceSafety Critical Human-Rated Software Development ProcessesWhy Join Our Team?In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also have:Excellent personal and professional career growth9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicableOnsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)Much, much more!For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC), please visit www.wehavespaceforyou.comEssential FunctionsGenerally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.Physical RequirementsWork may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time).Equipment and MachinesStandard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).AttendanceRegular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.Other Essential FunctionsProfessional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.
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Software Functional Manager or Spacecraft Software Insight / Oversight Engineer
to join the team.We are actively searching for qualified candidates for this potential opening; however, we do not have assurance at this time when the position will be finalized and opened. Because we have strong reason to believe the position will be approved soon, we are proceeding with identifying qualified candidates and conducting interviews.This is an open requisition for potential future openings within The Engineering & Robotics Division at Johnson Space Center as a Software Functional Manager or Spacecraft Software Engineer. Apply to this requisition if you want to be considered for openings that may come available in the next 180 days.As a Software Functional Manager (SFM) you will:Serve as a Software Functional Manager (SFM) by interfacing with, collaborating with, and monitoring the Prime Contractor and collaborating with NASA Civil Servants to perform the following activities:Provide technical feedback on spacecraft products developed by the software contractorMonitor the contractor work being done during the preparation for launchReview code for errors to ensure proper adherence to code development processReview code design documentation to ensure clear and correct design as per requirementsReview software Unit Tests to ensure processes were followed and Unit Tests fully test the functionalityReview Integration testing to ensure integration tests fully exercise the interfaces between domain code and code from other domainsFollow the software Verification campaign to ensure that the Verification tests pass and that they are sufficient to prove the functionality required of the target softwareFollow and participate in the Validation campaign to prove that the data provided to the software produces the desired operation of that softwareAdvise and appraise through code reviews, requirement reviews, and any other relevant reviewsNegotiate and collaborate across multiple interdisciplinary teamsProvide status report to senior management as requestedPerform any other oversight tasks assigned by the System ManagerPerform other duties as requiredAs a Spacecraft Software Engineer you will:Provide Software Insight and OversightSoftware release planning and estimationReview lower-level software testing and verification activitiesPerform software product assessment for completeness of design and implementation throughout the full software development lifecycleEnsure NASA requirements are satisfied by design solutions and support production/control board meetings, design and system reviewsSupport the development of CDR and manufacturing readiness review products and participate in module system reviewsInterface with NASA and spacecraft system engineering teamsSubsystem Software insight and oversightProvide engineering insight and oversight support for prime contractor on an assigned subsystem or subsystemsCoordinate with the product team on programmatic requirement change requests, design review support, interface definition and control, verification integrationMonitor system integration, interface management and coordinationPerform any other oversight tasks assigned by the System ManagerPerform other duties as requiredHere's What You'll Need:Requisition Qualifications:This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidate's experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.Typically requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent certification in a related area and normally possess 15 years of experience in the field or in a related areaTechnical (General)Experience with the development of space systems requirements documents including functional requirements and verification success criteriaProficiency with C/C++ coding and experience testing C/C++ classes and their associated methodsExperience leading a software development project across the full development life cycleExperience with agile software development and tools including Jira, Confluence, Jenkins, git, slack, SharePointExperience with gitlab version control, configuration management, and issue trackingExperience in risk assessment and implementation of risk reducing measuresProfessionalMaintain a professional relationship with the NASA customer and other NASA support contractorsProficiency with team collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams, Webex, Skype, SharePointExcellent communication, negotiation and coordination skills and strong customer service attitudeEffectively communicate across a wide range of technical disciplines, with vendors/contractors, direct customers and upper managementExperience working in and fostering a collaborative team environmentAbility to prepare written documents/presentations and to verbally present at various meetingsMust be able to organize and prioritize tasks in order to meet deadlines and schedules with limited supervisionWork in a fast-paced, Agile environmentCan understand and absorb new concepts quicklySelf-starter and able to take initiative and work with little directionRequisition Preferences:Prior background in space or aerospace software is a plusKnowledge of systems engineering principles and associated documentationKnowledge of commonly used NASA concepts, practices, processes and procedures relating to mechanical and Experience working as part of an Integrated Product Team to develop and test safety-critical softwareExperience with highly autonomous systemsExperience developing software across the full development life cycleExperience with NPR 7150.2 or DO178 and other NASA or Commercial Airline software and systems engineering standardsCapability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI)Software project management experienceSafety Critical Human-Rated Software Development ProcessesWhy Join Our Team?In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also have:Excellent personal and professional career growth9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicableOnsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)Much, much more!For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC), please visit www.wehavespaceforyou.comEssential FunctionsGenerally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.Physical RequirementsWork may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time).Equipment and MachinesStandard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).AttendanceRegular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.Other Essential FunctionsProfessional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.
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