Manager, Software & Simulation Test Design Manager (Aerospace)

TL;DR

Manager, Software & Simulation Test Design (Aerospace): Leading multidisciplinary software teams in the development of flight and ground software for lunar landers and satellites with an accent on real-time embedded systems and HIL/CIL test environments. Focus on establishing scalable architectures, CI/CD pipelines, and ensuring mission-critical reliability across spacecraft platforms.

Location: Englewood, Colorado (Hybrid)

Company

hirify.global develops next-generation space infrastructure, including lunar landers and satellite platforms, aimed at advancing lunar exploration and satellite communications.

What you will do

• Lead multidisciplinary teams across Flight Software, Ground Software, Mission Operations Software, and Automated Test & Verification.
• Drive the architecture, development, and deployment of mission-critical software for lunar landers and satellites.
• Develop real-time Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) and Closed-Loop Integration (CIL) test environments and regression frameworks.
• Oversee software integration using MATLAB/Simulink and NI LabVIEW/VeriStand/TestStand systems.
• Establish scalable software architectures, CI/CD pipelines, and agile engineering practices (sprint planning, backlog management).
• Mentor engineers and collaborate with Systems, Avionics, GNC, and Mission Ops teams.

Requirements

• B.S. in Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of software engineering experience in aerospace, defense, or robotics.
• 3+ years of engineering management or technical leadership of multidisciplinary software teams.
• Hands-on experience with C/C++, Python, Linux, MATLAB/Simulink, and NI LabVIEW.
• Knowledge of RTOS environments (VxWorks, RTEMS) and spacecraft protocols (CCSDS, cFS, DDS).
• Familiarity with ITAR/EAR requirements for sharing technical data.

Nice to have

• Experience with lunar, deep-space, or satellite constellation programs.
• Knowledge of NASA software standards and aerospace development lifecycles.
• Background in safety-critical industries (automotive, defense).
• Experience supporting environmental testing or on-console mission operations.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental plans, with some 100% company-paid options.
• 401(k) plan with company matching.
• Generous paid time off: 18 vacation days, 6 sick days, and 17 paid holidays.
• Commuter perks (RTD EcoPass) and monthly lunch stipend.
• Participation in the company stock option program.
• Professional development stipends and learning opportunities like lunch-and-learns.