Manager, Software & Simulation Test Design Manager
Posted about 1 month ago
We are seeking an experienced and technically hands-on Manager, Software & Simulation Test Design Manager to lead multidisciplinary software teams developing mission-critical systems for lunar landers, spacecraft, and satellite platforms. This role oversees the development of flight software (FSW), ground software (GSW), mission operations software, and test software environments supporting spacecraft development, integration, verification, and mission operations.
The ideal candidate combines strong technical leadership with deep systems-level understanding of aerospace software architectures, mission operations concepts, real-time embedded systems, hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) infrastructure, and closed-loop integration and test (CIL) environments ensuring consistency, scalability, and reliability across global engineering teams. This individual will drive execution across the full software lifecycle while fostering agile engineering practices, scalable engineering processes, and a high-performing technical culture.
This is not a role for someone who needs constant direction or is uncomfortable making informed decisions in a fast-moving environment; it is for a thoughtful, diligent leader who can balance independence with strong team partnership. For the right person, this is a chance to apply both strategic judgment and meticulous execution to work genuinely on the frontier of space development.
This role offers the opportunity to contribute to space systems that will have global impact through lunar exploration, satellite communications, and next-generation space infrastructure applying both strategic judgment and meticulous execution to work genuinely on the frontier of space development.
- Lead multidisciplinary teams across Flight Software, Ground Software, Mission Operations Software, Automated Test & Verification, and Simulation/Integration.
- Drive architecture, development, integration, and deployment of mission-critical software for lunar landers, spacecraft, and satellite platforms.
- Develop real-time HIL and Closed-Loop Integration (CIL) test environments; maintain automated test, simulation, and regression frameworks.
- Oversee software integration across avionics, sensors, flight computers, comms systems, and mission operations infrastructure using MATLAB/Simulink, NI LabVIEW/VeriStand/TestStand, and Speedgoat systems.
- Establish scalable software architectures, CI/CD pipelines, code review standards, and quality metrics across the organization.
- Champion agile methodologies — sprint planning, backlog management, and incremental delivery.
- Partner with Systems, Avionics, GNC, Hardware, I&T, and Mission Ops teams; support mission readiness, anomaly investigations, and post-launch operations.
- Mentor engineers, build high-performing teams, and contribute to resource estimation, risk identification, and schedule planning.
- Embody ispace values: Diversity, Integrity, Respect, Collaboration, and Accountability.
- B.S. in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
- 8+ years of software engineering experience in aerospace, defense, robotics, or high-reliability industries.
- 3+ years of engineering management or technical leadership of multidisciplinary software teams.
- Hands-on experience with C/C++, Python, Linux, MATLAB/Simulink, and NI LabVIEW/VeriStand/TestStand/Speedgoat.
- Familiarity with RTOS environments (VxWorks, RTEMS), spacecraft protocols (CCSDS, cFS, DDS), or SIL testing.
- Strong background in real-time embedded systems, distributed architectures, FSW/GSW, telemetry/command, and spacecraft I&T.
- Experience architecting real-time HIL systems and CIL test environments.
- Proven ability to establish engineering best practices and grow technical talent.
- Familiarity with ITAR/EAR requirements for sharing technical data with international parties.
- Experience with lunar, deep-space, or satellite constellation programs.
- Knowledge of NASA software standards and aerospace development lifecycles.
- Background in safety-critical industries (aerospace, automotive, defense).
- Experience supporting environmental testing, launch campaigns, or on-console mission operations.
- Willingness to travel domestically or internationally (<20%).
At iSpace, Inc., transforming education through technology is our passion. We are committed to providing both students and teachers worldwide with exciting new tools that make education personal, efficient, and fun. Using world class content curated by university professors and industry leaders, we develop innovative web-based technology proven to increase knowledge retention and significantly improve student grades. Our animation and gaming programs engage and encourage learners, creating an interactive educational experience. By taking traditional classroom lessons and pairing them with real-world scenarios, we endeavor to teach students that learning can be fun, allowing them to gain the confidence and skills to succeed. Our technologies help improve the lives of our students by providing an edge in the competitive and ever-evolving job market. iSpace is partnered with the University of West Florida to develop an interactive Physics curriculum, RILE. Through our combined efforts, our immersive on-line program allows students to perform laboratory experiments through the use of robotics to education departments all over the world. By continuing to strive for excellence, it is our endeavor make iSpace the first in its field.
Key team members
Srinivasan Chandramohan
Chaithanya Bachu
Harivishnu Bodduluri
Saravanan Subbiah
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