Orion Flight Software Unit Test Engineer

Challenging Today. Reinventing Tomorrow.

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!

MRI, a woman-owned Technologies and Engineering Services company, has an exciting opportunity for an Orion Flight Software Unit Test Engineer on the JETS II Contract at NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, TX. 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.

As an Orion Flight Software Unit Test Engineer you will:

- Collaborate with the software development team

- Focus on taking a formal Unit Test Plan for the Orion Flight Software and creating a GoogleTest implementation

- Determine if issues are related to GoogleTest Framework or flight code

- Run GoogleTest suite after writing the tests and debug issues until the code runs properly successfully completes

- Responsible for doing code reviews of C/C++ code to spot errors in the logic of the code

- Work in an Agile, fast-paced environment

- Remote work location available, however, quarterly travel to Houston and/or Denver for a week may be required

- Perform other duties as requested or required by management

Here's What You'll Need:

Requisition Qualifications:

- Typically requires a bachelor's degree in Engineering and a minimum of 2- 5 years of experience in the field or in a related area

- Experience writing and executing Unit Tests on the Google Test Framework

- Familiarity with GMock to perform tasks as a method of isolating the unit under test (UUT)

- Creativity is required as the code is sometimes written in such a way as to make Unit Testing difficult

- Proficiency with C/C++ coding and experience testing C/C++ classes and their associated methods

- Experience with agile software development and tools including Jira, Confluence, Jenkins, git, slack, SharePoint

- Excellent communication, negotiation and coordination skills and strong customer service attitude

- Self-starter and able to take initiative and work with little direction

- Can understand and absorb new concepts quickly

Requisition Preferences:

- Prior background in space or aerospace software is a plus

- Experience working as part of an Integrated Product Team to develop and test safety-critical software

- Experience with highly autonomous systems

- Experience developing software across the full development life cycle

- Knowledge of the NASA Gateway Spacecraft systems and software

- Experience with NPR 7150.2 and other NASA software and systems development standards

Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position.

Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which this position has been advertised.

MRI Technologies is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Employment at MRI Technologies is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. MRI Technologies does not discriminate against any team member or applicant because of race, creed, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, disability, age, genetic information, past or present military service, marital or domestic partner status, parental status, pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law.

MRI Technologies is a background screening, drug-free workplace.

Essential Functions

Work Environment

Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.

Physical Requirements

Work 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 Machines

Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).

Attendance

Regular 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 Functions

Professional 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.

As we are a Federal Contractor, most positions require the employee to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government background investigation. MRI also completes a pre-screening background check for anyone offered employment.