Computer Scientist - Simulation IPT

Are you passionate about shaping the future of humanity's presence in space? Lunar Outpost, an industry leader in space robotics and planetary vehicles, invites you to join our team! Lunar Outpost is dedicated to creating a permanent presence in space, while also driving positive impacts here on Earth. We are currently seeking a Computer Scientist to contribute to our mission in a dynamic startup environment.

As a Computer Scientist for Simulation, you will be responsible for designing and maintaining interfaces between different simulation components for the digital twin of the vehicle. You will be responsible for keeping accurate documentation and testing while following software development best practices. You will also be responsible for developing and maintaining tools for operating the simulation for testing and analysis of the vehicle design.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support development of simulation models

• Develop tools for specific vehicle analysis using the simulation

• Drive a culture of best practices for software engineering

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline
• 1-3 years of relevant experience

• Experience with popular version control utility git and agile development

• Experience in C, C++, Python, and ROS2

• Experience with unit testing, documentation, and code coverage tracking

• Experience with Docker

• Experience designing interfaces for applications

• Self-motivated, focused, and driven to meet critical deadlines

• Excellent organization and time management skills

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

• U.S. Person

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Google Test (gtest)

• Previous work on an interdisciplinary team

• Experience with statistical analysis

• Experience with Linux, Windows, and MacOS

Any offer of employment for this position is conditional upon Lunar Outpost receiving the LTVS Phase II contract from NASA. If the contract is not awarded to Lunar Outpost, this offer will be considered null and void, without further obligation to Lunar Outpost.

Lunar Outpost is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against protected characteristics (gender, age, sexual orientation, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, disability, veteran status). We want all employees (including executives and HR) to treat others with respect and professionalism.