We honor those that are not afraid to dream big dreams, those that tenaciously chase their dreams even when others say it cannot be done, those that achieve big dreams and change everything. Those are Dreams Worth Chasing.
At Sierra Space we envision a future where humanity lives and works in space, on moons, and on distant planets. Our mission isn’t restricted to the few, instead we see a future where all people can choose to live, work, discover and explore beyond our planet. Our company is building a platform in space to benefit life on Earth and together we will alter the course of humanity.
We have a bold mission. We are a bold company. Together, we are an extraordinary team.
Sierra Space’s Defense division focuses on the design, build, and operations of small satellites in support of commercial services and national security space.
As a Build Engineer III, your primary responsibility will be coordinating, planning, and driving the technical direction of a Continuous Integration / Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) pipeline for space flight software and flight software products. Your design will ensure the integrity and quality of the flight software as the team adds additional components to the flight software baseline. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
Developing an understanding of the flight software product and the build process that the development team uses;
Developing an understanding of the flight software testing requirements and current testing structures;
Designing and architecting a CI/CD workflow according to the flight software build process and test requirements;
Planning, scheduling, and coordinating changes to the CI/CD workflow to ensure minimal disruption to the developer team;
Migrating the current configuration management system from Github to Gitlab, and communicating changes to the pipeline to the development team; and
Communicating with both internal program stakeholders as well as external customers on pipeline-related activities.
The Build Engineer must have a strong working knowledge of software development environments and configuration management systems and interpersonal skills for communicating with team, program, and customer stakeholders. The candidate must also be comfortable working in an Agile Scrum environment.
About You
Our mission is driven by the unwavering passion to push the boundaries of what is possible. We seek those who Dare to Dream — to envision the extraordinary and pursue it relentlessly – to join us on this transformational journey.
We’re looking for dreamers who align with our values, vision, and audacious goals – while also meeting the minimum qualifications below. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement.
Minimum Qualifications:
Requires a bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree or a master's +3 yrs experience).
Typically, 5+ years of related experience.
Expertise in one to multiple programming languages and advanced understanding of software development principles.
Ability to design and architect complex software systems.
Experience with different software development methodologies such as Agile and Scrum/Kanban.
Strong problem-solving skills.
Ability to mentor and guide other engineers.
The ability to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Ability to design and implement CI/CD pipeline testing.
Experience with GitHub or equivalent configuration management system.
Proficiency in software build process and toolchains (preferably g++ & Cmake).
Familiarity with scripting languages (Bash, Python) and IaC (Ansible, Terraform).
Expert in git branching / merging strategies.
Linux system admin (sysadmin) experience.
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and cloud-native development.
Experience with containerization (Docker).
Experience with Agile or Scrum/Kanban methodologies and tools (JIRA, Confluence, Jenkins).
Understanding of network protocols, security principles, and secure coding practices.
Ability to write and maintain technical documentation.
Strong analytical skills, performance profiling, and debugging complex systems.
Compensation
Pay Range:
$126,610 - $174,075
Your actual base compensation will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, experience, internal equity and market competitiveness.
Physical/Mental/Emotional Requirements:
Frequently walk, sit, stand, climb stairs and steps
Frequently repeat same hand, arm, and finger motion many times to include finger and hand dexterity
Rarely lifting or carrying up to 20 lbs.
Working Conditions:
Rarely exposed to outdoor elements (high/low temperatures, sun, rain/snow, etc.)
Rarely exposed to fumes or hazardous chemicals/materials
Rarely exposed to loud noises
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.
At Sierra Space, we are committed to your personal and professional development. We empower you to make profound and meaningful contributions and foster a vibrant culture of collaboration, where teamwork ignites breakthrough innovations.
Sierra Space offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.
We also offer a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 8%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, and more.
At Sierra Space we are at the very doorstep of unlocking the future and the work in front of us is hard, but it is truly important and meaningful. Achieving our mission requires dedication, relentless pursuit of a dream and an unwavering passion for pushing the boundaries to accomplish what others might believe to be impossible. We seek those who too, Dare to Dream and will join us in a pursuit to achieve the extraordinary.
Application Deadline: This role will remain posted until a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
Please note: Sierra Space does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to Sierra Space team members not through our approved vendor list or Talent Acquisition will be considered property of Sierra Space, and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.
Sierra Space Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need special assistance or a reasonable accommodation related to applying for employment with Sierra Space or at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us.
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