? Costa Mesa, CA | OR Reston, VA. | Full-Time | Onsite Preferred
? Compensation: $138,000 – $207,000 (based on experience)
Work on Software That Powers the Future of National Security in Space
This position is with a confidential client of District Partners, supporting mission-driven work in the space and defense technology sector.
We’re supporting a cutting-edge product organization at the forefront of defense innovation. They’re building software that drives autonomy, real-time decision making, and command & control systems for space operations—and they need top-tier engineering talent to scale it.
If you're looking to take your software skills into a high-impact environment where agility meets national security, this is that rare opportunity.
Work on Software That Powers the Future of National Security in Space
This position is with a confidential client of District Partners, supporting mission-driven work in the space and defense technology sector.
We’re supporting a cutting-edge product organization at the forefront of defense innovation. They’re building software that drives autonomy, real-time decision making, and command & control systems for space operations—and they need top-tier engineering talent to scale it.
If you're looking to take your software skills into a high-impact environment where agility meets national security, this is that rare opportunity.
About the Role
As a Ground Mission Software Engineer, you'll be part of a team developing space-ground mission software and modernizing how space assets are managed and operated. You’ll architect modular software capabilities that integrate with both legacy and emerging space systems. This includes full lifecycle work across infrastructure, orbital analytics, and mission operations.
You’ll collaborate closely with mission users and technical teams to deliver real solutions on real timelines—supporting some of the country’s most vital space-focused initiatives.
What You’ll Be Doing
Own development and deployment of space command & control (C2) software systems
Design robust mission management software for orbital and terrestrial integration
Interface with legacy systems and develop modern enhancements
Contribute across the stack: infrastructure, APIs, algorithms, and UI where needed
Collaborate across internal product and engineering teams to deliver mission-ready software
Partner with field operators to translate operational needs into functional features
Build and analyze system metrics for monitoring and debugging
Troubleshoot, resolve, and iterate on complex systems in production
What We’re Looking For
5+ years of professional experience in software engineering
Strong background in Java, Python, C++, Rust, Go, or JavaScript
Experience working with or building Space C2 or satellite operations systems
Ability to navigate technical complexity and work independently
Bachelor’s degree in CS, Engineering, Math, Physics, or related discipline
Must be eligible for U.S. Secret-level clearance
Nice-to-Haves
Hands-on experience with Go, Rust, or C++
Familiarity with Kubernetes, Helm, OpenShift, or similar dev-ops tools
Exposure to space-ground hardware (radars, sensors, telescopes)
Experience with space simulations, modular software design, or service-based architectures
Passion for advancing national security through software and innovation
Information
Locations Costa Mesa, CA | OR Reston, VAPosition Open to Anywhere in the US, but will work on-siteIndustry Information TechnologyStatus OpenJob Age 10 Day'sCreated Date 04/25/2025No.of Positions 1Duration Zip Code
