Software Systems Engineer

Mission Context

LV8D Solutions supports national security space and intelligence customers delivering next-generation sensing and exploitation capabilities. The Software Systems Engineer supports a very dynamic and innovative space program with the design, development, integration, test, deployment, and sustainment of software systems for advanced space vehicle programs.

Position Overview

LV8D Solutions is seeking a Software Systems Engineer to serve as a key technical contributor across the system lifecycle, ensuring software solutions meet mission requirements, interface seamlessly with flight and ground systems, and comply with programmatic, security, safety, and quality standards. This role collaborates with software developers, systems engineers, mission operations personnel, cybersecurity specialists, andprogram leadership to deliver reliable, mission-critical capabilities that support spacecraft operations and mission success.

Interested candidates need to thrive in an innovative, fast-paced environment; are highly motivated and not afraid to take on uncharted territory; possess strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills; and be able to prioritize their time to be effective in a dynamic environment.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Analyzes stakeholder, mission, and system requirements and translate them into software and interface requirements.
• Develops and maintains software architecture products, Interface Control Documents (ICDs), and system engineering artifacts.
• Supports software requirements decomposition, allocation, verification, and validation activities throughout the development lifecycle.
• Collaborates with flight software, ground software, cybersecurity, and hardware engineering teams to ensure end-to-end system integration.
• Participates in system design reviews, software technical reviews, and program milestone events including System Requirements Review (SRR), Preliminary Design Review (PDR), Critical Design Review (CDR), Test Readiness Review (TRR), and Operational Readiness Review (ORR).
• Develops and maintain requirements traceability between mission objectives, system requirements, software specifications, and verification activities.
• Supports software integration, test planning, execution, anomaly resolution, and operational readiness activities.
• Performs system modeling, performance analysis, and trade studies to evaluate technical solutions and support engineering decisions.
• Coordinates software configuration management, change control, and release activities.
• Assists in risk identification, mitigation planning, and technical issue resolution.
• Support mission operations, anomaly investigations, software upgrades, and post-launch sustainment activities as required.
• Ensure compliance with applicable aerospace, cybersecurity, quality assurance, and mission assurance standards.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical discipline.
• 9+ years of experience supporting software engineering, systems engineering, or software integration activities.
• Experience with the systems engineering lifecycle, including requirements development, design, integration, test, verification, and validation.
• Knowledge of software development methodologies including Agile, DevSecOps, and traditional waterfall approaches.
• Experience supporting complex integrated systems in aerospace, defense, intelligence, or space environments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present technical information to diverse audiences.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary engineering environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting spacecraft, satellite, launch vehicle, or ground control systems.
• Knowledge of flight software architectures and command-and-control systems.
• Experience with Model-based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and SysML.
• Familiarity with space communication protocols, Telemetry, Tracking, and Command (TT&C) systems.
• Experience with software integration laboratories, hardware-in-the-loop testing, and mission simulations.
• Understanding of cybersecurity requirements for space systems.
• Familiarity with digital engineering principles and modern software factory environments.

Security Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship
• Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance
• Active Counterintelligence (CI) or Full Scope (FS) Polygraph

Work Environment

• On-site work in a government or contractor facility 
• Occasional travel (up to 10%) 

About LV8D Solutions

LV8D Solutions is an elite Systems Engineering and Technical Advisory (SETA) company that delivers advanced systems engineering, integration, acquisition, mission operations, network communications, and cybersecurity support to our defense and intelligence customers. Founded in 2019, we apply our deep technical expertise, understanding, and mission-first mindset to design, acquire, and implement complex, high-impact solutions for our Intelligence Community (IC) and Department of War (DoW) customers. We specialize in every aspect of our customers’ space and ground mission systems while offering exceptional work-life balance and an exemplary compensation and total rewards package designed to recruit, train, and retain top talent and committed to national defense and career growth.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

LV8D Solutions LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, gender, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected categories.

Benefits

Performance & Recognition

Period of Performance (PoP) Bonus OpportunitiesPerformance-based bonus opportunities tied to contract or organizational performance.

Retention Incentive Benefit BountyReceive a payout for unused annual company contributions designated for health insurance premiums and professional training.

Referral BonusEarn up to $5,000 for each successful employee referral.

Customer Recognition Letter of Appreciation (LoA) Bonus OpportunitiesBonus opportunities based on customer recognition received through Letters of Appreciation.

Milestone RewardsCelebrate your career achievements with anniversary awards on your 1st, 5th, 10th, and 20th years of service.

Financial & Retirement Benefits

Profit SharingReceive an annual contribution equal to 4% of your W-2 gross earnings into your 401 (k), with immediate vesting.

401(k) Company MatchThe company matches your 401 (k) contributions dollar-for-dollar up to 6% of your monthly contribution, with immediate vesting.

Career Development

The company invests in your professional growth through:

• Annual financial support for professional training and industry certifications.
• Enhanced financial support for employees actively pursuing a degree at an accredited institution.

Work-Life Balance

Support for a healthy work-life balance includes:

• Flexible work hours
• Competitive paid time off (PTO)
• Company holidays

Health & Wellness Benefits

The company offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family.

Medical Coverage

Three comprehensive Medical/Rx insurance plan options to meet the unique and individualized benefit needs of our employees

Dental & Vision

• Comprehensive dental insurance for employees and eligible dependents.
• Comprehensive vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents.

Income Protection

• 100% Company-Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 100% Company-Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

• 100% Company-Paid Basic Term Life Insurance with Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) coverage.
• Optional employee-paid Supplemental Voluntary Life Insurance.