Software Engineer

Parsons Corporation
Las Cruces, New Mexico, United StatesFull-timePosted Sep 18, 2026

About the role

Mission Solutions directorate of Parsons Space is now hiring a full-time Software Engineer to support NASA's Space Exploration Network Services and Evolution, (SENSE) program at the White Sands Complex (WSC) in Las Cruces, New Mexico. We need Software Engineers who are versatile, demonstrate leadership, and are willing to tackle new challenges. The successful candidate will review system architecture and select and implement appropriate development and support tools to ensure product performance. Parsons offers opportunities for customer interaction and quick-reaction development on a team focused on delivering software and technology for domestic and international space programs.

Position Responsibilities

Analyze, design, implement, test, and document software for high-profile satellite communications systems

Work closely with systems engineers and project managers to deliver reliable, high-quality systems to the customer

Work within an Agile development team by participating in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, backlog refinement, sprint reviews, and retrospectives

Use Git and GitLab for source control, code review, branching, merging, and collaborative software development

Use Jira to manage assigned work, update task and issue status, and support backlog and sprint tracking

Develop unit tests and system and regression test cases

Participate in design and code reviews for project and product initiatives

Assist with prototype and tool development

Required Qualifications

Must be a US citizen

Must have an active DoD Secret clearance or be able to obtain a DoD Secret clearance

Proficiency in SQL, Ada, C, C++, Java, and/or LabVIEW

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science

5+ years of related professional experience

Experience working on a software development team that uses Agile methods

Experience using Git for version control, GitLab for repository management and collaborative development workflows, and Jira for backlog, issue, and sprint tracking

Desired Qualifications

Familiarity with XML, HTML, Tcl, Python, and shell scripting languages

Experience with Linux and Windows development environments and tools (Eclipse, Visual Studio, etc.)

Self-motivated and disciplined - able to work with minimal supervision

Tracking and Data Relay Satellite system

Basic knowledge of computer networking

DEC Alphas and OpenVMS

Memory and performance profiling

Responsibilities

  • Analyze, design, implement, test, and document software for satellite communications systems
  • Work closely with systems engineers and project managers
  • Participate in Agile development team activities
  • Use Git and GitLab for source control and collaborative development
  • Manage work using Jira
  • Develop unit tests and system test cases
  • Participate in design and code reviews
  • Assist with prototype and tool development

Qualifications

  • US citizenship
  • Active DoD Secret clearance or ability to obtain one
  • Proficiency in SQL, Ada, C, C++, Java, and/or LabVIEW
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science
  • 5+ years of related professional experience
  • Experience with Agile methods
  • Experience with Git, GitLab, and Jira

Skills mentioned

CC++JavaSQLPythonGitSoftware TestingUnit TestingLinuxPerformance Optimization

About Parsons Corporation

Founded in 1944, Parsons Corporation, a digitally enabled solutions provider, is focused on creating the future of the defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure markets. From Earth to outer space, we deliver tomorrow’s solutions today. Equipped with the capabilities required to take on any defense, intelligence, or critical infrastructure challenge, our agile, innovative, and disruptive approach enables us to deliver solutions at the speed of relevance. Our people are our greatest asset. We strive to be an employer of choice that engages employees in the community and creates rewarding career paths to cultivate a resilient workforce that is ready for the future. #WeAreParsons Disclaimer: Parsons is aware of recruitment scams where individuals posing as Parsons representatives offer fraudulent job opportunities to steal personal information or solicit money. To avoid these scams, remember that Parsons will never ask for money or sensitive personal details, and all legitimate job openings are listed on https://jobs.parsons.com/; report any suspicious activity to local law enforcement or security@parsons.com.

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