Job Title: Software Development Engineer
Job Description
This role focuses on supporting the migration of mission-critical functionality from a legacy ground station to a new ground station architecture. The work involves preserving and modernizing a large body of space-system analytical scripts originally developed by aerospace engineers, primarily using Python, MATLAB, and Bash in a Linux environment. The new ground station is cloud-based and service-oriented, leveraging RESTful interfaces, and requires refactoring legacy tools into scalable services. The effort supports improved telemetry processing and visualization within the modernized ground ecosystem.
Responsibilities
- Support the migration of mission-critical functionalities from a legacy ground station to a new architecture.
- Preserve and modernize space-system analytical scripts originally developed by aerospace engineers.
- Utilize Python, MATLAB, and Bash in a Linux environment to update existing scripts.
- Refactor legacy tools into scalable services within a cloud-based, service-oriented architecture.
- Leverage RESTful interfaces to support improved telemetry processing and visualization.
Essential Skills
- Proficiency in Linux and Python scripting.
- Experience with cloud solutions and RESTful web services.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Work Environment
Work three days per week onsite with remote work options available. Must be a US Citizen.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Westminster, CO.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $62.00 - $90.00/hr.
Requirements
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 hybrid position in Westminster,CO.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 17, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
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- 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
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
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