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Principal Network Software Engineer - TS/SCI

RL Headquarters💼 Full-time💰 $170,000–$170,000🗓 2026-07-13 → 2026-07-31

Core

Managing software development and integration of networked systems (routers, radios, laser comms) for a constellation of spacecraft to enable Space-to-Space and Space-to-Ground communications.

Role type

Principal Network Software Engineer (Space Systems)

Builds

Constellation networking systems, flight software, and communication payloads for spacecraft.

Domain

Aerospace / Space Systems / Secure Communications

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | infrastructure

Required skills

Network software, software development lifecycle, systems engineering methods, project management, external contractor management, Jira, simulation and test design

Preferred skills

SDA NEBULA architectures, Cyber Security controls, encryption, agile methodologies, Docker, Kubernetes, DevSecOps

Technologies

Routers, radios, laser communication devices, Jira, Microsoft Project, Smartsheet

Responsibilities

Manage software development and integration of routers, radios, and laser communication devices; Manage suppliers and subcontractors to develop and test integrated systems; Interface with stakeholders to maintain product development plans; Design and develop simulation and test approaches for constellation networking; Define KPIs for contractors and internal teams; Plan major integration points and testing between teams; Develop and maintain software development standards and procedures.

Seniority

Principal, hands-on IC with significant management scope

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