Simulation Software Engineer, True Anomaly

• You do not need to have experience building space ground systems or experience in aerospace, but getting enjoyment from solving challenging problems is recommended
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, aerospace engineering, a similar discipline, or relevant experience
• 1-3 years of professional experience being an expert in C+
• Experience with the Python programming language for scripting and prototyping applications
• Strong understanding of object-oriented software development practices
• Current with the language evolution and have good instincts about the cost/benefit balance of adopting new language features
• Ability to understand new challenges quickly, formulate a plan, get buy-in, and execute
• Understanding complex distributed systems, and how the components you design and deliver will fit into those larger systems
• U.S. Citizen and eligible for DoD Secret or TS/SCI clearance
• To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State

Desirable

• Software is the central nervous system for True Anomaly’s engineering and product thesis
• Software bridges the gap between military objectives, theoretical astrodynamics and the human and autonomous control of spacecraft and ground systems
• True Anomaly is seeking an experienced C++ Software Engineer to contribute to the continuing evolution of our spacecraft and constellation modeling and simulation software
• You will work in a fast paced, interdisciplinary team to identify, develop, and deliver algorithms for modeling complex orbital mechanics and spacecraft dynamics and control
• Write well-structured, efficient code using modern C++ best practices (C++ 17 / C++ 20), with a particular emphasis on performance and maintainability
• Maintain libraries that provide APIs in multiple languages to other applications within True Anomaly
• Work with other internal teams who leverage our simulation APIs to plan and execute missions, develop advanced algorithms for spacecraft operation, and perform trade-space analyses
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to identify and implement algorithms in astrodynamics, attitude dynamics, filtering, state estimation, etc
• Participate in code reviews, architectural discussions, and sprint planning sessions to maintain high standards of software quality and adherence to project timelines

• This position will be open until it is successfully filled