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# Junior Software Engineer at METECS

Department: Metecs

**Location**
: Houston, Texas

**Level**
: not_specified

**Added to Metaintro**
: Apr 10, 2026

## Description

The Software Engineer will support human spaceflight programs such as Gateway, Orion, and the International Space Station by developing software for spacecraft simulations, human/computer interfaces, flight-computer data interfaces, custom development and integration tools, and environment simulations. The role requires a bachelor's or advanced degree in computer science or software engineering or equivalent experience, strong C, C++, and Python knowledge, and hands-on problem-solving ability; Linux, avionics, embedded systems, and software-development infrastructure experience are desired. Citizenship or lawful permanent resident status is required for this federal position.

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