Requisition Number:

16547 Location:

Boulder, Colorado Employment Type:

Research Faculty Schedule:

Full-Time Close All Job Summary

The Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics (LASP) at the University of Colorado at Boulder invites applications for the position of Software Engineer on the Planning and Scheduling (PS) software development team. PS is a part of the Mission Operations & Data Systems (MO&DS) division and is seeking a motivated individual who is passionate about the NASA satellite missions LASP operates. The PS team supports satellite operations by developing and maintaining planning, scheduling, and visualization software used by scientists and mission operations personnel.

Who We Are The Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics (LASP) at the University of Colorado Boulder (CU) began in 1948, a decade before NASA. We are the world’s only research institute to have sent instruments to all eight planets and Pluto.
LASP combines all aspects of space exploration through our expertise in science, engineering, mission operations, and scientific data analysis. As part of CU, LASP also works to educate and train the next generation of space scientists, engineers and mission operators by integrating undergraduate and graduate students into working teams. Our students take their unique experiences with them into government or industry, or remain in academia to continue the cycle of exploration.
LASP is an affiliate of CU Boulder AeroSpace Ventures, a collaboration among aerospace-related departments, institutes, centers, government labs, and industry partners. What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

• Develop software for in-house applications used by our flight operations team (current projects include science instrument and spacecraft planning systems, satellite simulations, database development and web applications).
• Collaborate with team members to design, implement, test, and review software.
• Collaborate with scientists, engineers, and operations personnel to develop requirements and refine software designs.
• Support mission operations personnel in day-to-day planning and scheduling activities for all of the satellites we operate.

Benefits

The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder.

Be Statements Be Dynamic. Be Inspired. Be Boulder. What We Require

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field.

What You Will Need

• Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a rapidly changing environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and collaborative attitude.
• Interest in aerospace or space science.

What We Would Like You To Have

• Masters degree in computer science or related field.
• 3+ years experience in software development.
• Software proficiencies: Python, functional programming, Java (or other object-oriented language), SQL, GUI development .

Special Instructions To apply, please submit the following materials:

1. Curriculum Vitae.
2. Cover Letter.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Posting Contact Name: Boulder Campus Human Resources

Posting Contact Email: Recruiting@colorado.edu

The University of Colorado is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer