--- title: NASA Space Reactor 1 Freedom Flight Software description: CACI International is hiring for the NASA Space Reactor 1 Freedom Flight Software Development Engineer role. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/nasa-space-reactor-1-freedom-flight-software-development-engineer-at-caci-international-01a0b2de-8eb6-78a6-b51a-094902caa6ee date: 2026-11-15T17:42:40Z og_description: Join CACI International as NASA Space Reactor 1 Freedom Flight Software Development Engineer in Houston, TX. Full-time, on-site role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/7pcndk.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | [CACI International](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/caci-international?utm_source=ai_markdown) | | **Location** | Houston, TX | | **Salary** | $76K/yr - $155.7K/yr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Oct 19, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** CACI International sponsors H-1B visas. It filed 3 H-1B petitions (FY2026 Q1 – FY2026 Q4). - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for CACI International. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $116,000 – $158,000 a year (median $116,000). ## Description Job Title: NASA Space Reactor – 1 Freedom Flight Software Development Engineer Job Category: Engineering Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: NACI Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10% Type of Travel: Continental US \* * * **The Opportunity:** CACI is looking for a **Flight Software Development Engineer** to support the Space Reactor – 1 Freedom Program at NASA Johnson Space Center (JSC). This exciting position includes design and development of safety-critical embedded flight software and supporting software tools for Space Reactor – 1 Freedom Integrated flight software. This software engineering position includes prototyping, requirements definition, design, development, test and verification, integration, and certification of flight software. This position requires a self-motivated engineer with strong technical depth, communication skills, problem-solving ability, and a collaborative, customer-focused mindset. The strongest candidates will be flexible, team-oriented, and able to explain complex technical ideas clearly and convincingly while sharing our passion for the nation's space program and the development of the next generation of space vehicles. This work is performed onsite at NASA/JSC in Houston, Texas, in a highly dynamic environment that is central to human spaceflight and space exploration. **Responsibilities:** - Design and develop SR-1 flight software and supporting software tools. - Develop and maintain software using the NASA Core Flight Software (cFS) framework. - Perform systems engineering in support of software requirements, interface definitions, and performance analysis. - Perform software integration, test, and verification. - Integrate and test software/hardware in avionics test bed and flight certification environments. - Collaborate with engineering teams and contractors across multiple NASA programs and projects. - Ensure adherence to JSC standard software process practices. **Qualifications:** *Required:* - Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident to facilitate access to USG facilities. - B.S. in Electrical, Mechanical, Aerospace, Software, Computer or Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or related disciplines. - At least 5 years of experience in software development for safety-critical software. Experience can be for aerospace vehicles or in other industries, e.g., oil and gas. More experience is highly valued. - Strong C programming skills and experience with Linux. - Must have experience in the entire software life cycle. - Experience with software unit testing. - Must be flexible, open to new challenges in a dynamic environment, and possess strong technical expertise combined with strong verbal and written communication skills. - Requires the ability to manage multiple priorities with little supervision. - Must be a highly responsible, team-oriented individual with strong work ethic. *Desired:* - M.S. in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical, Mechanical, Aerospace, Computer or Systems Engineering, or related discipline. - Experience in human-rated space vehicles, e.g., Space Shuttle, Space Station, Orion, Commercial Crew, Gateway, and in specific vehicle software domains (e.g., C&T, C&DH, GN&C). - Experience in NASA Core Flight Software (CFS). - Python development skills. - Experience developing embedded software for Real-time Operating Systems, preferably VxWorks. - Experience in bus communication protocols (e.g., 1553, RS-422, RS-232, USB, Ethernet). - Experience in software and systems integration. - Experience in automated testing. - Experience in verification testing. - Experience using GitLab and the Git version control system. - Experience using Jira. - Experience working in an Agile software development environment. This position is contingent on funding and may not be filled immediately. However, this position is representative of positions within CACI that are consistently available. Individuals who apply may also be considered for other positions at CACI. **What You Can Expect:** **A culture of integrity.** At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation. **An environment of trust.** CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality. **A focus on continuous growth.** Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy. **Pay Range**: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. The proposed salary range for this position is: $76,000 - 155,700 USD *CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.* ## Skills - C - Self-Motivation - Work Ethic - Ethernet - Test and Verification Engineering - Performance Analysis - Prototyping - Systems Engineering - Customer Focus - Flight Software - Space Flight - Rs-232 Serial Communication - Problem Solving - Python - Git (Version Control System) - Agile Methodology - JIRA - Unit Testing - Software Development - Avionics - Gitlab - Embedded Systems - VxWorks - Automated Testing - USB - Systems Integration - Computer Science - Safety-Critical Systems Engineering - Linux - Verification And Validation - Communication - National Agency Check with Inquiries (Naci) ## Benefits - Professional Development - Paid Time Off (Pto) ## Related - [More jobs at CACI International](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/caci-international?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Technology & Software jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/technology-and-software?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Software Development jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/technology-and-software/software-development?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Software Developer / Engineer jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/technology-and-software/software-development/software-developer-engineer?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Explore this job market - [Texas](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/texas?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 234043 jobs - [Defense and Space](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/aerospace-and-defense/defense-and-space?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 61184 jobs - [Houston, TX](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/texas/houston?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 27850 jobs - [CACI International](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/caci-international?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 2075 jobs ## Related pages - [Texas](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/texas?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 234043 jobs - [Defense and Space](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/aerospace-and-defense/defense-and-space?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 61184 jobs - [Houston, TX](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/texas/houston?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 27850 jobs - [CACI International](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/caci-international?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 2075 jobs ## Browse - [Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by country](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs in the United States by state and city](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B sponsors by location](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B salaries](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-salaries?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Sectors and industries](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by career field](https://www.foundrole.com/careers?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Latest jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/latest?utm_source=ai_markdown)