Arvada, United States of America Hybrid Employment

Quindar is hiring a Ground System Integration Engineer

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related technical discipline
  • Minimum of three years of professional experience in satellite command and control systems or complex hardware-software integration projects
  • Eligibility to secure a U.S. Security Clearance
  • Strong programming skills in languages including Python, C++, or Java
  • Proven background in real-time embedded software development or connecting hardware components with mission-critical software platforms
  • Working knowledge of Git, GitHub, or equivalent version control systems
  • Advanced ability to analyze technical systems and resolve complex integration issues
  • Highly resourceful and adaptable, capable of integrating diverse mission requirements into software frameworks while solving novel challenges efficiently
  • Strategic thinking about the long-term scalability and expansion of command and control infrastructure
  • Self-motivated with the ability to drive projects independently and deliver on schedule with limited supervision
  • Commitment to high standards in software quality, maintainability, fault tolerance, and system performance
  • Excellent communication skills across technical and non-technical teams, with the ability to simplify complex concepts for varied audiences

Nice to Have

  • Experience with satellite communication protocols such as CCSDS, CSP, CFDP, IP, and associated data processing methods
  • Familiarity with standardized command and telemetry formats like XTCE or MIB, or equivalent standards from other domains
  • Knowledge of encryption standards including AES-256 GCM, AES-256 CFB, AES-256 ECB, and NSA Type 1 algorithms such as PEGASUS and CARIBOU
  • Hands-on experience with AWS cloud services including Lambda, ECS, EKS, CloudWatch, S3, EFS/EBS, EC2, and RDS
  • Background in using and contributing to open source software projects

Benefits

  • Serious commitment to work-life balance, offering unlimited paid time off and requiring at least 15 days of annual leave, aligned with most U.S. federal holidays
  • Quarterly wellness benefits to support mental and physical health
  • Full coverage of employee health insurance premiums and comprehensive plans available for dependents
  • Retirement savings support through a 4% 401(k) match
  • Annual four-day company offsite with past locations including San Francisco, Nashville, Denver, Santa Fe, New Orleans, and San Diego
  • Opportunity to shape the evolving company culture and contribute to future organizational development

Work Arrangement

Hybrid

Work Arrangement

This position operates in a hybrid model, requiring 2 to 3 days per week on-site in Arvada, Colorado.

Other

  • This role requires 2-3 days of in-office presence weekly in Arvada, CO.
  • Applicant must be able to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance.
  • To comply with U.S. export control laws, candidates must be U.S. citizens, nationals, lawful permanent residents, refugees, or asylees, or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Required Skills
C++JavaGitGitHubECSEKSCloudWatchS3EC2RDS
About company
Quindar

Mission management software delivering a common operating picture, system-of-systems integration, and resiliency across commercial and government space missions.

Operate multiple missions, satellite types, and payloads through a single Common Operating Picture. Quindar mission management software unifies visibility and control across spacecraft and ground systems – integrating directly with satellites or existing architectures without forcing replacement.

Built on a modular, standards-based architecture aligned with MOSA principles to integrate into existing mission systems without forcing replacement. Supports resilient mission management by adapting to disruptions across spacecraft, networks, and ground infrastructure to maintain mission awareness and control.

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Job Details
Department Engineering
Category other
Posted 3 months ago