MCC Specialty Software Engineer

The position provides software engineering support to the International Space Station (ISS) Operations with the NASA JSC Flight Operations Directorate. Individuals will work in a dynamic team environment and will be responsible for software design, implementation, testing, user support, and maintenance of software in support of the Mission Systems Operations Contract (MSOC). Opportunity to develop and maintain software for NASA’s Johnson Space Center (JSC) Mission Control Center (MCC). MSOC develops and sustains ground software for the International Space Station (ISS) and new lunar missions. Lunar missions bring an array of new spacecraft which requires new ground processing software for the Orion crew command module, Gateway lunar station, lunar Human Landing systems and lunar space suits. The applicant will work in a team environment and will be responsible for software design, coding, testing, documentation, and software support. Some software support is required after business hours, as well as some support on Saturdays and Sundays both during the day and at night. This individual will work with Systems Engineers, System Testers, Software Developers and the user community. Candidates should have a great interest in aerospace vehicles, and systems, enjoy working with software, have had an outstanding academic career, and most of all, possess a great passion to contribute to our Nation's exploration of space. A subset of the following skills are desired: C, C++, Java, Javascript, Unix/Linux, web development, SharePoint, and Service Now. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written are required for customer interactions. Strong initiative, teamwork and problem solving skills are also required. Candidate must be able to apply technical knowledge and operations concepts to exercise effective decision making and initiative. Candidate should be a self-starter who excels in a dynamic environment that requires him/her to work effectively both alone or as part of a team. Required Qualifications: This position requires successful completion of a government background check to access government facilities and systems. Work cannot begin on the NASA program without a fully adjudicated security clearance. If you are not a U.S. Citizen or Green card holder, this check could take 12 to 18 months to complete. This is a junior level position. Preferred candidates will hold a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, or a related area and 5 years of position related experience. C++ and Java experience. Unix or Linux Operating System experience. Desired Qualifications: Familiarity with supporting software development projects using Object Oriented programming; knowledge of software development using agile practices are a plus. Company Description: LZT is a professional technologies services firm that employs a diverse range of talent to create an environment that fuels innovation and fosters continuous improvement and success. Join LZT, where you will have the opportunity to make an immediate impact by providing information solutions and services in support of the NASA Space Program, government and commercial clients. Our company and culture are built on robust leadership and a persistent adherence to regulations, safety, quality, reliability, responsiveness, creativity and diligence. LZT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.