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Successfully launching more than 155 consecutive missions with 100% mission success doesn't happen by accident. It's a testament to the commitment and dedication of our team of rocket scientists and support employees combined with the systems and processes we use to pull them together. As a ULA employee, you'll have the opportunity to grow in your career while working in a team-oriented culture that combines technology, innovation, ingenuity and a commitment to the extraordinary. Whether you are in college just launching your career, or, have experience and want to come work with the best rocket team in the world, our unshakable unity yields stronger solutions and better results as we carry out our mission to save lives, explore the universe, and connect the world. Our team is excited to meet you!\nJob Overview & Responsibilities\nAt ULA, an Embedded FlightSoftware Engineer 2 in Vulcan Development you will act as a hands-on developer to deliver operational and enabling capabilities designed to meet real-time requirements for an embedded flight control system on the Vulcan rocket.\nAs an Embedded Flight Software Engineer you will:\nWill act as a hands-on developer to deliver operational and enabling capabilities designed to meet real-time requirements for an embedded flight control system. \nResponsible for designing, developing and documenting software products. Design and develop using modern software principles, resolving complex technical problems and provide solutions which are innovative and ingenious.\nDevelop across the full software lifecycle by refining requirements, designing subsystems, implementing code modules, and building integration, component, and unit tests to verify the software.\nWork with a highly collaborative team in an agile environment. Expected to use appropriate standards, processes, procedures and tools throughout the system development life cycle to support the generation of Flight Software.\nEngage with Product Owners, Technology Representatives, Architects, QA and automation team members on cross-functional activities to design, develop, and test cutting-edge software solutions.\nWork with technical leaders to ensure software engineering best practices are used to development top-notch solutions. Mentor less-experienced engineers to develop their knowledge and efficiency.\nRequired Education\nBachelor\nRequired Years of Experience\nMinimum of 2 years of related work experience\n Basic Qualifications\nBachelor's degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) field from an accredited college or university\nExperience with C/C++ and Python programming with exposure to embedded programming and/or robotics\nExperience with Object Oriented Design\nExperience with Linux\nEmbraces lean-agile development and shared design philosophy\nUnderstanding of Software Configuration Management practices and tools such as git\nEmbraces using AI-Assisted tooling in all aspects of development\nExperience with Microsoft Office applications (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)\n Preferred Qualifications\nExperience with one or more of the following modern software development practices:Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD)\nAgile Methodologies- Test Driven Development (TDD)\n\nExperience with JIRA, Confluence, and/or GitLab\nFamiliarity with an embedded (aerospace, raspberry pi, arduino, robotics) application\nHardware/Microprocessor/Software Integration\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills\nFamiliarity with various communication protocols (Ethernet, RS-422, MIL-STD-1553)\nFamiliarity with UML\nFamiliarity with cloud technology (e.g. AWS)\nFamiliarity with Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS), such as RTEMs or Zephyr\n Summary Salary Range (for ULA - Denver only): $92,783.00 - $154,638.00\nPlease note that the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon a candidate's experience and qualifications, as well as internal equity, market and business considerations. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in addition to base pay. \n What makes ULA different?\nBecause we understand launch success comes through the collective efforts of a team, we seek the best to join us. We value ethics, ingenuity, engagement and professional development for employees at all levels.\nWe offer our employees competitive pay and benefits including:\n401(k) match plus an additional employer contribution\nDiscretionary annual incentive bonus for eligible employees\nGenerous paid time off\nFlexible work environments\nAdditionally, most salaried ULA team members work a \"9/80 schedule,\" meaning they enjoy every other Friday off.\nBenefits and work schedules may vary for union-represented hourly positions and are described in the applicable collective bargaining agreement.\nThe application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.\n Security Clearance / International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR). This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR). Therefore, all applicants must be U.S. Persons as defined in ITAR 22 CFR 120.62 (e.g., U.S. Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or protected individual. See 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) and 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) for additional information).\nULA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.\n ULA is a participant in the federal E-Verify Program.Posters in PDF format pertaining to this program can be accessed by clicking on the links identified below. E-Verify Participation poster (English / Spanish) and Right to Work Poster (English / Spanish).\n Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act requires covered employees to follow a post selection notification process. 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