Simulation Software Engineer

Houston, Texas

Actalent
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Job Title: Simulation Software Engineer

Job Description

Develop and maintain simulation software for Orion spacecraft systems. Collaborate with engineers to design, implement, and validate simulation models. Use Python and C to develop and optimize software solutions. Support system integration and testing, ensuring software accuracy and reliability. Work within a multidisciplinary team to enhance mission-critical simulations.

Responsibilities
  • Develop and maintain simulation software for Orion spacecraft systems.
  • Collaborate with engineers to design, implement, and validate simulation models.
  • Use Python and C to develop and optimize software solutions.
  • Support system integration and testing to ensure software accuracy and reliability.
  • Work within a multidisciplinary team to enhance mission-critical simulations.
Essential Skills
  • Proficiency in C and Python.
  • Experience with simulation software development.
  • Experience with aerospace or spacecraft simulation.
  • Software development and system integration experience.
  • System testing experience.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • Experience with flight software.
  • Industry experience in aerospace or spacecraft systems.
Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $80.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Houston,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 22, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
  • Hiring diverse talent
  • Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
  • Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
  • Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email (%) for other accommodation options.

Date Posted: 10 April 2025
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