Spacecraft Software Test Engineer
AmentumHouston, Texas, United States
Posted April 4, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Amentum delivers advanced engineering and cutting-edge technology solutions to the United States government and its allies, tackling complex challenges in science, security, and sustainability. With a global workforce of roughly 50,000 professionals across more than 70 countries, the company leverages interdisciplinary expertise to innovate in areas such as defense systems, energy infrastructure, and environmental resilience. Amentum’s distinctive approach combines relentless ambition, boundless imagination, and a steadfast commitment to safety, collaboration, and employee wellbeing, fostering breakthroughs that push the boundaries of conventional engineering. Headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, the firm remains a trusted partner for mission-critical projects worldwide.
Job Description
We need a Spacecraft Software Test Engineer to join our team at Intuitive Machines, working with NASA on deep-space exploration programs. The engineer will develop, integrate, and verify spacecraft software, contributing to the full software development life cycle and supporting mission-critical testing.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 2-5 years of relevant experience
- Strong C programming skills with hands-on experience within the last 2 years
- Proficiency developing and debugging C in a Linux environment
- Strong Python development experience within the last 2 years
- Ability to decompose system requirements into software requirements and develop traceability
- Experience writing software to integrate GFE and contractor-supplied modules
- Experience performing software interface analysis, integration testing, and verification
- Familiarity with IDE tools and web-based collaboration platforms
- Strong communication, coordination, and customer-facing skills
- Ability to work both independently and within a team environment with agile software development practices
Benefits
- Excellent personal and professional career growth
- 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off)
- Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)
- Much, much more!