Location
San Jose CA
Job Type
Full-Time Regular


SYMVIONICS has an Opening for a Software Graphics Engineer

Location: NASA Ames Research Center- Moffett Field, CA


Individual will be responsible for software used in support of the NASA Ames Research Flight Simulation Facilities. The Software Graphics Engineer will work with researchers to create, configure, integrate, and test distributed real-time aircraft and air traffic management simulations to fulfill research requirements, generate and validate research data, and provide support during human-in-the-loop simulation data collection to ensure research goals are met.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The Software Graphics Engineer is responsible for developing and maintaining all aspects of the software that goes into our simulations, with a focus on graphical and display needs. Works closely with software development team to initiate, address, and test new features and bug fixes. Works closely with subject matter experts to develop realistic high-fidelity air traffic management simulation environments in a software-diverse research laboratory environment. Creates and modifies simulator interfaces and displays for air traffic management and cockpit simulators, out-the-window displays for real-time motion, and architecture and terrain models of airports and their surroundings.


Supervisory Responsibilities

None

 

Qualifications 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

 

Education and/or Experience and Education

  • Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, Aeronautics, or similar.

  • Five to ten years of experience.

Experience and Knowledge of the Following:

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  • Expert-level knowledge of at least one of: C++, C, Java

  • Intermediate experience with graphical programming and UI frameworks (e.g. OpenGL and Qt)

  • Working knowledge of linux and shell scripting

  • Experience with configuration management tools (such as Git and other Atlassian tools) and software life cycle practices

  •   Knowledge of 3D visualization for real-time applications, i.e. static and moving eye-point out-the window simulation

  • Familiarization with CAD and 3D modeling software, e.g. AutoCAD, Presagis Creator, Autodesk 3ds MAX, Maya, etc.

  • Understanding of the concept of 3D scene optimization for simulation, gaming and VR environment

  • Good knowledge of Photoshop for image processing

Desired skills

  • Intermediate experience with as many as possible of: C++, C, Java, Python, Julia, Perl, Matlab

  • Real-time or embedded programming experience

  • Passion for computer graphics

  • Ability to work and learn new tools independently

 

Ability to: (add additional items if needed)

·         Organize, plan  and coordinate effectively

·         Maintain accurate records

·         Operate computer equipment and software

·         Work independently in the absence of supervision

 

Certificate, Licenses, Registrations

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Language Skills(add additional items as needed)

·         Understand and follow oral and written instructions in English

·         Communicate clearly and precisely, both orally and in writing, in English

·         Ability to speak effectively with customers (to include government officials, corporate officials, and employees)

·         Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work

 

Reasoning Ability

 

Successful candidate should be able to:
- Follow directions and complete assigned tasks that meet the high standards of the program
- Identify areas where additional assistance or clarification is required, and seek advice


Physical Demands(add additional items if needed)

·         Maintain physical conditioning appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and  responsibilities which may include:  sitting at a desk using a computer for prolonged periods    of time and climbing in and out equipment




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