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EVONA lists this Software Engineer opportunity in denver, Colorado. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
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Software Engineer – Command & Control (Active TS/SCI Required)
Clearance: TS/SCI (active or used in the past 2 years)
Permanent / Full-time
A leading-edge space company is growing its Command & Control (C2) team to support the increasing needs of government and commercial missions. This role blends mission-driven engineering with deep security integration, contributing to a platform that manages large satellite constellations and secure mission environments.
What You’ll Do:
Develop and maintain software that enables command and control of satellite systems
Build scalable, secure infrastructure that integrates with both commercial and classified missions
Collaborate across platform, mission ops, and security teams to evolve the core C2 product
Work at the intersection of ground systems and satellite integration (non-embedded role)
Tech Stack & Focus Areas:
Languages: Python (primary), Rust, C, C++ for performance-sensitive functions
Security & Encryption:
Understanding of modern encryption protocols
Experience integrating or working with algorithms such as AES-256 (GCM, CFB, ECB)
Exposure to NSA Type 1 systems (e.g., PEGASUS, CARIBOU) is highly preferred
Protocols: CCSDS, CFDP, CSP, XTCE, MIB (desirable, not mandatory)
Infrastructure: Kubernetes, GitHub, relational and time-series databases, DevSecOps best practices
What You’ll Bring:
3+ years of software engineering experience
Strong knowledge of encryption systems used in secure mission environments
Interest in the space sector and solving complex, high-stakes engineering challenges
Ability to work autonomously within agile, startup-style teams
Hybrid (2 days onsite per week) – flexibility in one of four major US locations
Mission-led, collaborative team solving real-world problems
Unlimited PTO, mental health and wellness benefits, full medical coverage
401(k) match and quarterly off-sites in rotating US cities
If you’re looking to apply your software and security skills to something truly impactful, this role delivers.
Apply today to learn more.
Seniority level
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
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Full-time
Job function
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Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Defense and Space Manufacturing, Space Research and Technology, and Software Development
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Worksite address
denver, CO, 80285, US
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