METECS

About the Company

METECS is a small engineering-services company headquartered in Houston Texas near NASA's Johnson Space Center. Our efficient, highly qualified team provides custom simulation software for training, engineering analysis, robotics, and automation. METECS personnel has unparalleled expertise in the areas of simulation, 3D graphics, multibody dynamics, contact dynamics, robotics, orchestration.

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Company Name

METECS

Job Title

Junior Software Engineer

Job Description

**Job Title:** Junior Software Engineer **Role Summary:** Support NASA human spaceflight programs by developing and integrating software for spacecraft simulations, flight computer data interfaces, human‑computer interfaces, and environment simulations. Work within a multidisciplinary engineering team in a Linux‑based development environment. **Expectations:** - Demonstrate strong interest in software development and hands‑on problem solving. - Communicate effectively in written and verbal form. - Maintain eligibility to work on federal projects (U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residence). **Key Responsibilities:** - Develop and maintain simulation software for Gateway, Orion, and ISS missions. - Implement and integrate flight computer data interfaces and custom tooling. - Contribute to human/computer interface development and environment simulation modules. - Write and debug code in C, C++, and Python on Linux platforms. - Utilize source control, unit testing, issue tracking, and CI/CD pipelines. - Participate in code reviews, documentation, and cross‑team technical discussions. **Required Skills:** - Proficiency in C, C++, and Python. - Experience with Linux development, networking, and shell scripting. - Familiarity with source control (e.g., Git), unit testing frameworks, and continuous integration tools. - Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills. **Required Education & Certifications:** - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience). - Advanced degree optional but not required. - Legal authorization to work on U.S. federal contracts (U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident).

Houston, United states

On site

Junior

17-01-2026