Software Engineer for Space Systems Development

4 weeks ago


Lexington, Kentucky, United States MIT Lincoln Laboratory Full time
Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Software Engineer to join our team at MIT Lincoln Laboratory. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software development, with a focus on systems analysis, embedded systems, and space systems.

The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and building systems to enable laboratory/field testing with ground, airborne, and space-based sensors. They will also be expected to execute data collection efforts and subsequent data analysis, and prepare material for communication to sponsors.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Designing and developing software for systems analysis, embedded systems, and space systems
  • Executing data collection efforts and subsequent data analysis
  • Preparing material for communication to sponsors
  • Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to create complete end-to-end systems

Requirements include:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
  • Demonstrated proficiency in oral and written communication, particularly the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical audiences
  • Demonstrated problem-solving and team skills
  • Strong software engineering experience with demonstrated proficiency in C/C++, Rust, Java, or another system-level language
  • Familiarity with container technology and container orchestration tools
  • Familiarity with DevSecOps pipeline processes and technologies

Desired skills include:

  • Experience with space systems and aerospace applications
  • Knowledge of system security engineering, including threat modeling and security requirements analysis, implementation, and validation
  • Embedded systems experience, including FPGAs, SoCs, and real-time computing

At MIT Lincoln Laboratory, we offer a range of benefits to help you stay healthy, feel supported, and enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance. These include comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans, an MIT-funded pension, matching 401K, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and mentorship programs.

Selected candidates will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation and must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret level DoD security clearance. MIT Lincoln Laboratory is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.



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