Junior Software Engineer
About the job
- Bachelor or Advanced Degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering (or equivalent experience).
- Good working knowledge of C, C++, and Python.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Citizenship or lawful permanent resident required due to federal position.
- Work with a team of engineers and NASA customers to support human spaceflight programs such as Gateway, the Orion crew vehicle, and the International Space Station.
- Develop software for spacecraft simulations, integration with human/computer interfaces, flight computer data interfaces, custom development and integration tools, and environment simulations.
- Demonstrate strong interest in software development and initiative and aptitude for hands-on problem solving and troubleshooting.
- Software development in a Linux environment, including networking and shell scripting.
- Avionics integration or environment simulation development.
- Experience using infrastructure tools for source control, unit testing, issue tracking, and continuous integration.
- Hands-on experience in embedded systems development, including firmware design, microcontroller programming, and real-time operating systems
About the company
METECS is a Houston-based engineering-services firm that creates custom simulation software for training, engineering analysis, robotics, and automation. Its team develops software that lets users build and run realistic simulations with advanced 3D graphics, multibody dynamics, and accurate contact dynamics to model how systems move and interact. The programs are used for training personnel, analyzing performance, and designing automated and robotic systems, with a focus on orchestration to coordinate multiple simulation components. METECS differentiates itself through deep expertise in simulation, 3D graphics, and robotics—drawn from proximity to NASA’s Johnson Space Center—and by offering a small, highly qualified team that delivers tailored, efficient solutions. The company’s goal is to help clients understand, test, and optimize complex systems through reliable, customized simulation tools.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Houston, Texas
Founded
2003
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- METECS expanded offices and opened a new All Hands room in 2022.
- Artemis II reached orbit in April 2026, validating METECS mission support.
- Company news through August 2026 shows contract wins, no layoffs, and active growth.
What critics are saying
- NASA concentration leaves revenue exposed if SASS II underperforms before 2030.
- Artemis II schedules tie hiring and utilization to one mission timeline.
- Any NASA rebid loss would crater METECS's core engineering franchise.
What makes METECS unique
- NASA awarded METECS the $150M SASS II contract in July 2025.
- METECS supports Artemis II flight software, V&V testing, mission simulation, and crew training.
- Its simulation stack spans robotics, biomechanics, guidance, and human-in-the-loop systems.
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Benefits
- Wellness Program
- Mental Health Support
- Conference Attendance Budget
- Remote Work Options
- Hybrid Work Options
- Flexible Work Hours
- Phone/Internet Stipend
- Home Office Stipend
- Health Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan