Full-Time

Hardware/Software Engineer III

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Sierra Space

Sierra Space

1,001-5,000 employees

Develops space vehicles and stations

Aerospace
Defense

Compensation Overview

$95.3k - $131kAnnually

Senior

No H1B Sponsorship

Madison, WI, USA

US Citizenship Required

Category
Embedded Engineering
Software QA & Testing
Software Engineering
Required Skills
C#
Linux/Unix
Requirements
  • Bachelor's of Science degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or other related discipline and typically 6 or more years of relevant experience
  • Understanding of Computer Aided Engineering tools
  • Practical knowledge of engineering principles and practices
  • Experience working in multi-disciplinary teams
  • Familiar with Data Acquisition systems and sensor operation such as temperature probes, pressures transducers and valves
  • Familiar with industrial automation concepts
  • Control systems
  • Experience with Embedded C++
  • Familiarity with Linux Operating System
  • Experience with Visual Studio, using C# for GUI development
  • Development using Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF)
  • Experience with various testing equipment, standards, and methodologies to include manual and automated testing
  • Ability to prepare complex and professional test plans, test procedures, and test reports in order to demonstrate compliance to system requirements
  • Familiarity with Product and Quality Assurance principles and experienced in generation and disposition of product non-conformances
  • Experience performing certification testing for various certification organizations (i.e. FAA, NASA, DoD)
  • Ability to read schematics, use service manuals, follow test procedures, and use logical trouble shooting techniques
  • Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry
Responsibilities
  • simulate, test, certify and improve cutting edge products and services
  • develop complex test plans and procedures for a variety of systems to ensure the verification and validation of all product requirements
  • execution of the tests using top industry tools
  • test system and component level new products
  • develop new test processes throughout the product lifecycle

Sierra Space develops solutions for space exploration and development, focusing on aerospace and defense. The company creates advanced space vehicles, including the Dream Chaser spaceplane, which can land on conventional runways, making it suitable for transporting cargo and crew to and from space. Sierra Space is also working on space stations designed for long-duration human spaceflight and scientific research. Their technology includes life support systems and propulsion technologies like the VORTEX engines, which are vital for safe and sustainable space missions. Unlike competitors, Sierra Space emphasizes versatility in its space vehicles and aims to support both government and commercial space activities. The company's goal is to enhance life on Earth and shape the future of humanity through space exploration.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$1.7B

Headquarters

Louisville, Colorado

Founded

2021

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-4%

1 year growth

-3%

2 year growth

6%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Successful environmental testing of Dream Chaser indicates readiness for operational deployment.
  • AI integration in space threat detection enhances Sierra Space's leadership in satellite protection.
  • Promotion of Shawn Buckley accelerates development of commercial space stations.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from SpaceX and Blue Origin may impact market share.
  • Delays in Dream Chaser development could lead to financial losses.
  • Dependence on government contracts poses risk if funding priorities shift.

What makes Sierra Space unique

  • Dream Chaser spaceplane can land on conventional runways, enhancing versatility.
  • Sierra Space develops advanced life support and propulsion technologies like VORTEX engines.
  • Collaboration with Oak Ridge National Laboratory on silicon-carbide-based thermal protection system.

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