Here at The Exploration Company, we are building spacecrafts for humanity.We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Software System Engineer to support the certification activities of the flight software for the Nyx program.You will work in a dedicated team focused on verification & validation (V&V), software certification, requirements tracing, test planning and system engineering interfacing.In this role, you will collaborate closely with software development teams, systems engineering, subsystem owners, certification bodies, and safety authorities. You will work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where cross-functional integration is essential.Key ResponsibilitiesOwn V&V and IV&V activities to ensure that flight software meets functional, performance, and safety requirementsManage SW requirement definition and traceability, ensuring full traceability from system-level requirements to software implementation, test and verification artifactsPrepare and review documentation required for software certification and NASA Safety ReviewsInterpret, tailor, and apply formal standardsInterface with internal Product AssuranceCollaborate daily with system engineers and software development teams to resolve technical issues and clarify requirementsDevelop and maintain software functional design baselinePlan software testing of the integrated missionUse your understanding of C/C++ and Python to meaningfully engage in software design and test discussionsWhat we would love to see from youMaster’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, or another related field.7 to 10+ years of experience in systems design, analysis, and testing of aerospace or space-related systems, with a focus on integration of complex spacecraft and/or testing activities.Experience working on safety-critical or highly regulated software systems (preferably in aerospace)Deep understanding of requirements management, V&V, test and certification processesStrong technical backg