CODE Plus, Inc., an experienced IT government contractor in Fairfax, VA with offices in Huntsville, AL and have been in business for 31 years and have been servicing different agencies within the Federal sector. Our mission is to deliver high-quality, cost-effective solutions that empower our clients to achieve their goals. At CODEplus, we value teamwork, integrity, and technical excellence, and we pride ourselves on maintaining long-standing partnerships built on trust and results.
CODEplus is currently seeking a Dynamics, Controls, Modeling, Simulation and Analysis SME to support its operations in Huntsville, AL.
The Space Exploration Division (ASED) Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GN&C) team is a high performing group executing challenging tasks to design and integrate GN&C systems for projects ranging from CubeSats to NASA’s Space Launch System (SLS).
We are searching for highly qualified candidates to support the design, development, and oversight of the Human Lander Systems Program in the Control Systems Design and Analysis branch at NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center as a Dynamics, Controls, Modeling, Simulation, and Analysis Subject Matter Expert. This exciting work will serve as a critical step in sending humans back to the Moon, Mars and beyond!
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Provide technical leadership, guidance, and mentoring to project/program team membersDevelop and/or oversee the development, verification, and validation of launch vehicle, spacecraft, and lander control systems.Model, develop, simulate, and analyze launch vehicle, spacecraft, and lander dynamics and control system performance and stability.Resolve complex problems pertaining to the design, development, analysis, integration, evaluation, testing, and verification of control systems and 6-DoF models and simulations.Develop, modify, maintain, and improve software simulations, tools, and scripts.Periodically analyze HLS partner’ flight data and present findings to NASA management.Create, edit, and debug software written in MATLAB, Simulink, and Simscape.Configure, conduct, and analyze 6-DoF Monte Carlo simulations.Conduct trades studies and/or sensitivity analyses related to launch vehicles and spacecraft control.Mentor junior engineers in conducting control system modeling, simulation, and analysis.Prepare and present technical reports and/or briefings including visualization of results.Create and review engineering and software documentation.Qualifications
A degree in Aerospace, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related field from an ABET accredited institution is required. Typical experience requirements are the equivalent of a PhD with at least 19 years of experience, a master’s with at least 23 years of experience, or BS with at least 25 years of experience. Proof of U.S. Citizenship is required.
Required skills/experience:
Ability to work problems from first principles, including derivation of dynamics equations of motion, including both nonlinear equations and linear state equations and integrate subsystem models into larger simulations.Proficiency modeling, simulating, and analyzing the performance of launch vehicles, spacecraft, and landers in the time domain using parametric, Monte Carlo, and statistical techniques.Experience analyzing control stability in the frequency domain (Nichols, Bode, Nyquist, Root Locus, etc.).Demonstrated ability to design flight control systems (PID, state space, etc.) and perform actuator allocation (manual jet selection, quadratic programming, pseudo inverse, etc.)Modeling of spacecraft components/subsystems such as: Thrust Vector Control (TVC) actuators, Reaction Control System (RCS) thrusters, slosh, pogo, rigid and/or flexible body dynamics.Programming in MATLAB, Simulink, and C/C++. This includes debugging and improving the efficiency of simulation tools.Experience performing software development, verification, and validation.Experience performing trade studies, sensitivity, and/or Monte Carlo simulation and analyses related to the control of launch vehicles and/or spacecraft.Must be detail oriented and self-motivated that can work independently taking projects from start to finish without much oversight.Must also be able to work collaboratively with other team members both locally and remote at other facilities or vendors.Strong written and oral communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.Experience leading and/or mentoring junior engineers.Desired skills/experience:
Experience with modeling, simulation, and analysis of spacecraft rendezvous, proximity operations, and docking and/or landersExperience modeling and simulating manual control of spacecraft including but not limited to controllability, transfer function models, Cooper Harper ratings, and paper pilot modeling.Programming in other languages such as Python, Simscape Multi-body.Familiarity with and an understanding of trajectory and orbital dynamics.Experience with creating animations/visualization from results of 3-DoF/6-DoF simulations using tools such as Unreal Engine, Satellite Tool Kit (STK), etc.Model based design experience.CODE Plus, Inc., an experienced IT government contractor in Fairfax, VA with offices in Huntsville, AL and have been in business for 31 years and have been servicing different agencies within the Federal sector. Our mission is to deliver high-quality, cost-effective solutions that empower our clients to achieve their goals. At CODEplus, we value teamwork, integrity, and technical excellence, and we pride ourselves on maintaining long-standing partnerships built on trust and results.
CODEplus is currently seeking Senior Composite Engineer SME to support our operations in Huntsville, AL.
Position Overview This role supports composite structures design, analysis, and manufacturing for NASA Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC) programs. The engineer will work on composite components for launch vehicles, propulsion systems, and spacecraft structures. This position is ideal for a strong composites engineer looking to grow into MSFC-specific requirements and advanced spaceflight applications. Must be a US citizen and have a STAR ID.
Key Responsibilities
Composite Design & Analysis
Perform design and analysis of composite components for aerospace structures.Develop laminate schedules, evaluate material behavior, and assess structural performance under mechanical and thermal loads.Support FEA modeling activities including linear and basic non-linear analysis, buckling checks, and failure assessments.Participate in trade studies and support requirements development.Program Support & Collaboration
Work directly with MSFC engineering teams, suppliers, and other contractors to develop composite solutions.Support design reviews (PDR, CDR) by preparing presentation materials and technical documentation.Contribute to testing plans, NDI evaluation, and verification activities as needed.Manufacturing & Materials
Support composite fabrication activities including autoclave layup, AFP/ATL, and resin infusion processes.Participate in tooling reviews, process development, and troubleshooting of manufacturing issues.Assist with material evaluation, process documentation, and coordination with manufacturing engineering.Testing & Verification
Support composite component testing, data review, and correlation activities.Assist with structural test planning, failure investigation activities, and corrective action discussions.General Responsibilities
Maintain configuration, documentation, and compliance with engineering processes.Communicate effectively across disciplines and contribute to a collaborative team environment.Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in aerospace, mechanical, materials engineering, or related field.
Preferred (Nice-to-Have) Qualifications
Experience supporting spaceflight, launch vehicle, or defense composite structures.Exposure to cryogenic composites, pressure vessels, or large‑scale aerospace structures.Familiarity with NASA/MSFC standards or similar government requirements.Experience with NDI methods such as UT, thermography, or X‑ray.Scripting or automation experience (Python, MATLAB).Essential Functions
Work Environment:
Office environment. Requires ability to provide clear, concise, accurate and timely communication, both verbally and in writing (100%). Requires ability to interact professionally with co-workers, management, and client (100%). Requires travel in the domestic USA (5%). Requires ability to work at a computer for long periods of time (100%).
Physical Requirements:
Requires sitting for extended periods of time in meetings with peers, management, and with our client at NASA facilities to discuss technical issues (10%). Also, requires sitting for extended periods of time at a desk to write reports and perform engineering tasks (80%). Requires ability to use stairs or elevators for access between floors and multiple buildings at NASA and our facilities (10%).
CODE Plus, Inc., an experienced IT government contractor in Fairfax, VA with offices in Huntsville, AL and have been in business for 31 years and have been servicing different agencies within the Federal sector. Our mission is to deliver high-quality, cost-effective solutions that empower our clients to achieve their goals. At CODEplus, we value teamwork, integrity, and technical excellence, and we pride ourselves on maintaining long-standing partnerships built on trust and results.
CODEplus is currently seeking SLS Main Systems Engineer to support our operations in Huntsville, AL.
This position is for a Space Launch System (SLS) Core Stage Engine Systems Engineer. Duties will involve working both independently and as part of a highly integrated team performing a variety of systems engineering and integration tasks related to the design, development, test, evaluation, and operation of liquid engine systems used on the SLS launch vehicle.
Primary duties for the SLS Core Stage Engine Systems Engineer would include:
Support hot-fire testing of the RS-25 and other liquid rocket engines.Review pre-test predictions and post-test data, conduct anomaly investigations, prepare and coordinate engine system and subsystem data review contents and presentations.Coordinate, develop, and present technical materials related to engine system performance, testing and integration to support design milestone reviews and anomaly investigations.Develop and execute engine system performance analysis models to support system test, vehicle integration, and design development activities.Develop test data assessment computer utilities to improve efficiency and effectiveness of the evaluation process.Prepare reports and technical assessments in areas of liquid propulsion systems and performance.Attend technical interchange, project planning, design review, and other appropriate meetings to maintain a current knowledge base of design, requirements, issues, action items, resolution and verification activities. Identify issues, pursue resolutions, and support analyses. Complete assigned action items. Assess requirements and implement risk management processes.Document and maintain test and data analysis processes in written work instructions.Translate higher level requirements into lower level functional requirements and design options. Conduct assessments to determine optimal and feasible design solutions.Identify and document customer objectives and product requirements.Perform other duties as assigned.Must be a US Citizen and have a STAR ID.Required Qualifications:
Minimum education requirements are a BS degree from an ABET accredited institution in Aerospace Engineering or related field.Prefer 1-5 years of experience.Familiarity with liquid rocket engine propulsion systems via coursework or work experience is desired. Experience with testing, data acquisition and data analyses is desired.Exhibited capability to plan and perform systems engineering and analysis tasks independently and as part of a team.Willingness and ability to learn new skills and flexibility to adapt to rapidly changing requirements is mandatory.Proficiency with Microsoft Office products such as Power-Point, Excel, and Word is required.Experience using computer programming to efficiently solve engineering problems is required. Python, FORTRAN, VBA, MATLAB, C++, and agile software development practices are desirable.Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.Individual must be highly motivated, flexible and willing to shift focus areas to meet volatile customer requirements.Essential Functions:
Work Environment:
Office environment. Requires ability to provide clear, concise, accurate and timely communication, both verbally and in writing (100%). Requires ability to interact professionally with co-workers, management, and client (100%). Requires travel in the domestic USA (5%). Requires ability to work at a computer for long periods of time (100%).
Physical Requirements:
Requires sitting for extended periods of time in meetings with peers, management, and with our client at NASA facilities to discuss technical issues (10%). Also, requires sitting for extended periods of time at a desk to write reports and perform engineering tasks (80%). Requires ability to use stairs or elevators for access between floors and multiple buildings at NASA and our facilities (10%).
Proof of U.S. Citizenship is required.
Why CODEplus
CODEplus is a software engineering and modernization company with over 31 years supporting federal agencies including DoD, NASA, DOE, NRC, and USPS. We combine the agility and innovation of a small business with mature engineering, Agile, and DevSecOps delivery practices to support mission-critical modernization efforts.
Position Title: Quality Engineer
Various position levels for each position:
Junior-level – 2-3 years of experience
Mid-level – 4-8 years of experience
Senior-level – 10+ years of experience
Location: Huntsville, AL (Hybrid/On-Site preferred, possibly remote)
Clearance: Active Secret Clearance Required
CODEplus is seeking a Quality Engineer to support software quality assurance, testing, and continuous improvement efforts supporting mission-critical Army tactical systems.
The selected candidate will help ensure software reliability, performance, security, compliance, and operational readiness across Agile and DevSecOps modernization initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and execute quality assurance strategies, test plans, test cases, and validation proceduresSupport automated and manual testing activities across software development and DevSecOps pipelinesPerform functional, integration, regression, performance, and security testingCollaborate with software developers, DevSecOps engineers, systems engineers, and cybersecurity teams to identify and resolve defectsIntegrate quality gates, automated testing, and continuous validation into CI/CD pipelinesSupport requirements traceability, defect tracking, root cause analysis, and corrective action processesMonitor software quality metrics, release readiness, and compliance with established standardsAssist with verification, validation, documentation, and audit readiness activitiesSupport continuous process improvement aligned with Agile, CMMI, and ISO quality practicesDesired Technical Skills
Experience with software testing frameworks and automated testing toolsFamiliarity with DevSecOps pipelines, CI/CD environments, and Agile development practicesExperience using tools such as Selenium, JMeter, SonarQube, Jira, Azure DevOps, or similar platformsKnowledge of software quality engineering principles, test automation, and defect managementUnderstanding of RMF, cybersecurity testing, and secure software development practicesExperience supporting mission-critical, tactical, or DoD systems highly desiredQualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related technical fieldSoftware quality engineering or testing experienceExperience supporting Agile and DevSecOps software delivery environmentsRelevant certifications preferred (ISTQB, CSTE, Security+, SAFe®, or related certifications)Why CODEplus
CODEplus is a software engineering and modernization company with over 31 years supporting federal agencies including DoD, NASA, DOE, NRC, and USPS. We combine the agility and innovation of a small business with mature engineering, Agile, and DevSecOps delivery practices to support mission-critical modernization efforts.
Position Title: Solutions Architect – EA (Azure)
Various position levels for each position:
Junior-level – 2-3 years of experience
Mid-level – 4-8 years of experience
Senior-level – 10+ years of experience
Location: Huntsville, AL (Hybrid/On-Site preferred, possibly remote)
Clearance: Active Secret Clearance Required
Position Overview
CODEplus is seeking a Solutions Architect – EA (Azure) to design, lead, and execute large-scale cloud modernization efforts for Department of Defense and federal customers.
This role is ideal for a hands-on cloud architect with deep engineering expertise, who has led enterprise migrations, designed secure cloud platforms, and advised senior stakeholders on cloud strategy and transformation.
You will serve as the technical authority for Azure architecture, driving solution design across complex, mission-critical environments, while actively contributing to implementation alongside Agile and DevSecOps teams.
This position blends architecture leadership, hands-on engineering, and customer advisory, consistent with CODEplus’s engineering-first culture.
Key Responsibilities
Azure Architecture & Platform Design
Lead architecture and design of enterprise-scale Azure solutions, including Azure Government and hybrid environmentsDesign and implement Azure landing zones, multi-region architectures, and high-availability solutionsDefine reusable cloud patterns, reference architectures, and platform standardsArchitect solutions aligned with Well-Architected Framework principles (Azure CAF), performance, cost optimization, and operational excellenceEnsure compliance with DoD security requirements (IL4/IL5, RMF, Zero Trust, NIST 800-53)Cloud Modernization & Migration
Lead large-scale cloud migrations and transformations, including legacy and cloud-native workloadsArchitect modernization approaches including: Rehosting, replatforming, and refactoring strategiesContainerization and microservices (AKS)Serverless and event-driven architecturesSupport migration planning for 100+ application portfolios, including dependency mapping and sequencingHands-on Engineering & DevSecOps
Actively contribute to implementation, including: Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Bicep, ARM)CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps automationSecurity automation and compliance enforcementDevelop or guide development of automation scripts (Python, PowerShell) for infrastructure and operationsLead design reviews, code reviews, and ensure architectural integrity across deploymentsAgile Leadership & Technical Execution
Provide technical leadership to Agile/SAFe teams, supporting PI planning, backlog refinement, and sprint executionMentor engineers in cloud engineering, DevOps, and architecture best practicesResolve complex system-level challenges across performance, scalability, and securityCustomer Advisory & Stakeholder Engagement
Serve as a trusted advisor to government customers and senior leadershipTranslate mission needs into technical strategy and cloud architecture decisionsDeliver: Executive briefingsArchitecture diagramsTrade studies and decision papersParticipate in TIMs, design reviews, and program governanceIntegration & Systems Engineering
Lead integration across: Cloud servicesOn-prem / hybrid environmentsExternal mission systemsCollaborate across cybersecurity, networking, software, and systems engineering teamsCost, Risk & Program Support
Support cloud cost modeling, optimization strategies, and trade-off analysisIdentify technical risks and drive mitigation strategiesContribute to proposals, including: Architecture approachesBasis of Estimate (BOE)Technical volumesRequired Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in STEMDeep, hands-on Azure architecture experience, including: Networking, identity (Entra ID), compute, storage, and securityAzure Government or regulated cloud environmentsDemonstrated experience: Leading enterprise-scale cloud migrations or transformationsDesigning solutions across multi-region, high-availability environmentsStrong hands-on experience with: Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Bicep, ARM)CI/CD and DevSecOps pipelinesAutomation scripting (Python, PowerShell)Proven ability to: Lead technical teamsWork directly with government customersBalance technical excellence, cost, and delivery timelinesStrong communication skills with experience briefing senior stakeholdersPreferred Qualifications
Azure certifications:Azure Solutions Architect ExpertAzure Security EngineerAzure DevOps EngineerExperience with:Azure Landing Zones / CAF implementationContainers and Kubernetes (AKS)Serverless (Functions, Event Grid, Service Bus)RMF / NIST 800-53 / FedRAMPPlatform engineering and internal developer platformsPrior experience supporting DoD, IC, or federal programsBackground in systems engineering, DevOps, or software engineeringExperience with large-scale migrations (100+ workloads)Experience contributing to capture, proposals, or re-competes