Senior Flight Software Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Software Development: Design and develop flight software for spacecraft and satellite systems. Implement algorithms and control systems to manage spacecraft operations.
• Software Testing: Develop and execute test plans to validate flight software functionality. Perform integration and system-level testing to ensure software meets specifications.
• Debugging and Optimization: Identify and resolve software defects and performance issues. Optimize software to ensure efficient operation and minimal resource usage.
• Integration: Work with hardware engineers and systems engineers to integrate flight software with spacecraft hardware and systems. Ensure seamless communication and functionality between software and hardware components.
• Documentation: Prepare and maintain comprehensive documentation for flight software, including design specifications, test plans, and user manuals. Ensure documentation is accurate and complies with company standards.
• Support and Maintenance: Provide support for flight software during mission operations. Troubleshoot and resolve software issues that arise during testing and in-flight operations.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including systems engineers, hardware engineers, and mission planners, to address and resolve software-related issues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in CS, EE (or equivalent experience in the field)
• 4+ years experience developing flight software for spacecraft missions
• Experience with embedded systems programming. C/C++ proficiency mandatory
• 4+ years' experience in implementing embedded software solutions on spacecraft missions or other similar complex embedded systems
• Demonstrated ability to personally design, build, and test embedded software from scratch
• Capable of identifying and solving complex problems with little to no supervision or direction
• Must be able to work extended hours and weekends as needed on rare occasions 
• Experience with Linux and shell command-line tools
• Must be able to obtain a Secret and/or a TS/SCI clearance

• Master Degree of Science in CS, EE (or equivalent experience in the field)
• Familiarity with commonly used protocols and standards for spacecraft communications, such as CCSDS, CAN, SpaceWire
• 6+ years experience developing flight software for spacecraft missions
• Experience writing drivers for interfacing with hardware
• Experience working with operating systems, file systems, and bootloaders
• Experience testing embedded software for complex high reliability applications.
• A love for small fast-paced teams and fast-moving organizations 

• This position may include access to technology and/or software source code that is subject to U.S. export controls. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158,  or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. 

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement Plans: Access to a 401(k) plan.
• Paid Time Off: Generous vacation days, personal days, and holidays to ensure you have time to recharge.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for ongoing training, workshops, and courses to advance your skills and career growth.
• Team Building Activities: Regular social events, team outings, and company-sponsored activities to foster a positive work environment.
• Diverse and Inclusive Culture: A commitment to diversity and inclusion, with initiatives to support a welcoming and equitable work environment.