It will fly at an altitude up to 45,000 feet, where the telescope collects radiation in the wavelength range from the visible through the entire infrared into the millimeter region. First light is expected in 2002. The Software Development Manager provides oversight of the solution of software engineering problems in the design, development, integration, testing, verification and operations of software systems involved in the implementation of USRA's science and engineering mission.
Significant travel is required.
Must have extensive knowledge of the development of real-time control and instrumentation systems for observatory systems. A working knowledge of software standards and quality assurance processes is required. Performance of the duties of this job requires an engineering or computer science degree from an accredited college or university and fifteen years of experience in computer programming and software engineering. USRA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Knowledge of astronomy and astronomy education required.