Software Engineer, Simulation (C++)

True Anomaly is a company focused on building innovative technology for space security and sustainability. They are seeking an experienced C++ Software Engineer to contribute to spacecraft and constellation modeling and simulation software, working in a fast-paced team to develop algorithms for complex orbital mechanics and spacecraft dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Write well-structured, efficient code using modern C++ best practices (C++ 17 / C++ 20), with a particular emphasis on performance and maintainability
• Maintain libraries that provide APIs in multiple languages to other applications within True Anomaly
• Work with other internal teams who leverage our simulation APIs to plan and execute missions, develop advanced algorithms for spacecraft operation, and perform trade-space analyses
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to identify and implement algorithms in astrodynamics, attitude dynamics, filtering, state estimation, etc
• Participate in code reviews, architectural discussions, and sprint planning sessions to maintain high standards of software quality and adherence to project timelines

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, aerospace engineering, a similar discipline, or relevant experience
• 1-3 years of professional experience being an expert in C++
• Experience with the Python programming language for scripting and prototyping applications
• Strong understanding of object-oriented software development practices
• Current with the language evolution and have good instincts about the cost/benefit balance of adopting new language features
• Ability to understand new challenges quickly, formulate a plan, get buy-in, and execute
• Understanding complex distributed systems, and how the components you design and deliver will fit into those larger systems
• U.S. Citizen and eligible for DoD Secret or TS/SCI clearance
• Experience developing physics-based modeling and simulation environments (i.e., modeling attitude dynamics or filtering algorithms)
• Experience with the deployment of C++ applications to embedded compute platforms

Benefits

• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• HRA/HSA options
• PTO and paid holidays
• 401K
• Parental Leave

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