The Tactical Space Systems Group develops technologies and prototypes to enhance the performance and resilience of U.S. space systems and to provide flexible new space capabilities to the U.S. Government. The Group executes both large-scale system prototypes including satellite payloads and ground systems, as well as earlier stage technology development and demonstration programs with partner groups across the laboratory. The group is predominantly composed of scientists and engineers with expertise in aerospace engineering, systems engineering, electronics and software/firmware.

Job Description

Group 96- Tactical space systems is seeking a Software Developer to join our team. Roles range from developing application software, writing and implementing efficient code, researching, designing, and implementing software applications and systems, and then testing those systems. A successful candidate will be involved in planning of system and development deployment as well as responsible for meeting software compliance standards

The software developer should be able to evaluate, design and implements interface between hardware and software, operational requirements, cloud offering, system architecture, security and characteristics of overall system. Documenting testing, client experience and maintenance of system corrections will be a key part of the role. The developer may partner and collaborate with cyber security teams to ensure compliance with security standards. May develop and conduct unit test on an as needed basis.

Candidate must have a strong desire to perform all aspects of software development delivering small- to mid-scale stand-alone programs across a broad range of applications. They must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and be able to work in a team-oriented environment with minimal supervision. Candidates must also be motivated self-starters, able to work individually, or within a group to achieve program goals and objectives, under the direction of MIT LL’s technical project manager. Problem solving ability is critical. Activities will include programming, data reduction and analysis, data presentation in graphic form, etc.

REQUIREMENTS

Architecting software projects based off of high-level system requirements

Performing and documenting a detailed software design

Must have top secret clearance level

Programming in C and C+

• Working knowledge of Linux

  BS or MS degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or Robotics and 5+-year experience. Master’s degree preferred.

PREFERRED SKILLS

Signal processing algorithm development experience for real-time sensor systems

Experience with developing distributed systems involving publish-subscribe middleware or equivalent

Experience with other programming/scripting languages such as Java, Python, MATLAB, and shell scripting

Experience with GPU computing and real-time programming

Experience with data visualization and display toolkits and methodologies

Desire and ability to participate in field testing which may involve travel

At MIT Lincoln Laboratory, our exceptional career opportunities include many outstanding benefits to help you stay healthy, feel supported, and enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance. Benefits offered to employees include:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans

• MIT-funded pension

• Matching 401K

• Paid leave (including vacation, sick, parental, military, etc.)

• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs

• Mentorship programs

• A range of work-life balance options

• ... and much more!

  Please visit our Benefits page (https://hr.mit.edu/benefits) for more information. As an employee of MIT, you can also take advantage of other voluntary benefits, discounts and perks (https://hr.mit.edu/benefits/additional) .

Selected candidate 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. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or genetic information; U.S. citizenship is required.

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