Senior Software Engineer – Orion Ground Data Systems; Big Data​/Integration

Senior Software Engineer – Orion Ground Data Systems (Big Data / Integration)

Position Title: Senior Software Engineer – Orion Ground Data Systems (Big Data/ Integration)

Location: Littleton, CO (Denver area)

Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance is not anticipated

Remote/Telework: No – onsite only, LM Waterton Facility

Clearance Required: Must be a U.S. Citizen

Work Schedule: 9/80; every other Friday off

Travel: Minimal

Period of Performance: Through November 1, 2026

Description of Duties:

Aegis Aerospace is seeking a Senior Big Data Software Engineer to support our partnership with Lockheed Martin on NASA’s Orion program—an advanced crewed spaceflight initiative. The selected candidate will join the Orion Electrical Ground Support Equipment (EGSE) Software Team
, developing and maintaining large-scale data management and integration software that ensures mission readiness and test environment reliability.

• Develop and maintain software solutions focused on Big Data management and analysis for Orion’s EGSE systems
• Design and integrate distributed systems and data pipelines supporting telemetry and ground operations
• Apply Java full-stack development and systems integration experience to enhance Orion’s ground data systems
• Leverage Apache Hadoop or AWS services for data processing, storage, and analytics
• Work with relational databases and data models used for spacecraft test operations
• Contribute to anomaly investigation, root‑cause analysis, and resolution activities
• Support lab productivity, including off‑hours support as required
• Assist users and lab managers with data analysis and reporting
• Collaborate within a highly technical, team‑oriented environment to meet program goals

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline, with 5–8 years of relevant professional experience (or a master’s degree with 3+ years of relevant experience).
• Extensive experience in Big Data development and management
• Extensive experience in systems integration
• Experience with Apache Hadoop and/or AWS data environments
• Proficiency with relational databases and associated query languages
• Expertise in Java full-stack development
• Knowledge of Python and scripting for data handling and automation
• Experience with telemetry systems and processing
• Proven experience with anomaly investigation and resolution
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to contribute effectively within team‑based, long‑term mission environments

Resume Documentation Requirements:

• Experience with Big Data platforms and systems integration
• Experience using Apache Hadoop or AWS for data management
• Proficiency in Java full-stack development and Python scripting
• Work with relational databases and telemetry systems
• Experience with anomaly investigation and resolution

Desired

Qualifications:

• Experience supporting NASA or Lockheed Martin Orion programs
• Experience with distributed data pipelines or real‑time analytics
• Familiarity with telemetry data architectures and spacecraft test environments
• Knowledge of Agile, Dev Ops, and CI/CD workflows
• Experience supporting government or aerospace contracts
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat

Compensation: Salary Range: $90,000 – $117,000 annually. Final compensation is based on experience, education, and directly relevant certifications.

Application Instructions: Resumes must list employment dates in month/year format to be considered. All information provided must be accurate and verifiable.
Any falsification or omission may result in immediate disqualification. Due to federal program requirements,
only U.S. citizens are eligible for this position. Applicants who do not meet this requirement should not apply.
Any misrepresentation of citizenship status will result in disqualification and may be subject to further review.

About Aegis Aerospace Aegis Aerospace is a woman‑owned space and technology company headquartered in Houston, TX. Our primary objective is to support the Department of Defense and NASA in achieving their missions to defend the security of our country, reach new heights, and discover the unknown. We employ some of the brightest, most experienced engineering and technology experts in the U.S. Learn more at

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