Matter Intelligence: Develops hyperspectral sensors and AI-powered Earth observation systems.
2+ YOE2–6+ years in flight or embedded software; strong Python and C++ or Rust; experience with embedded Linux, concurrency, testing, hardware interfaces, and data handling.
Singularity Defense: Develops low-cost autonomous missile and air defense systems.
7+ YOE7+ years flight software experience, strong C/C++ for performance-critical systems, degree in computer science or computer engineering, real-time software and sensor integration experience, Linux embedded and hardware debugging skills.
Starpath: Manufacturing space-rated solar hardware and lunar mining robotics.
5+ YOE5+ years embedded Linux kernel/driver/BSP experience on ARM, device-tree and pin-muxing, serial/CAN/RS-485/USB/CSI/Ethernet drivers, strong C skills, experience with NVIDIA platforms preferred.
Space Kinetic: Developing propellant-free systems for deploying payloads in space.
2+ YOEBS or MS in CS/EE/CE; 2-3 years embedded/real-time software for space/defense; C/C++ with Python; RTOS/Linux embedded; U.S. citizen or green card; ITAR clearance eligibility.
BoeingNYSE: BA: Designing and manufacturing commercial aircraft and defense systems.
10+ YOE10+ years software development experience (C/C++/Java/Python), real-time systems experience, ability to obtain U.S. Secret clearance, expertise in embedded software design, testing, and integration.
Anduril Industries: Defense technology building autonomous military hardware and software.
7+ YOE7+ years C++ or Rust experience, Bachelor’s in CS/EE/AE or equivalent, embedded/safety-critical software and device driver experience, familiarity with communications buses and debugging instrumentation, eligible for U.S. Secret clearance.
C++, Rust, Linux, RTOS, CAN, CAN FD, UART, RS232, RS422, RS485, SPI, QSPI, I2C, Ethernet, PX4, ArduPilot, SITL, HITL, CI
BoeingNYSE: BA: Designs and manufactures aircraft, defense systems, and space technology.
10+ YOE10+ years software development experience (C/C++/Java/Python), embedded real-time systems, ability to obtain U.S. Secret clearance, bachelor\u0002s degree or equivalent, experience with DevOps and collaboration tools.
Varda Space Industries: Develops in-orbit manufacturing platforms and reentry capsules for pharmaceuticals.
3+ YOEBachelor's in CS/engineering or equivalent experience,3+ years in spacecraft or safety-critical software,proficient in C++,embedded/RTOS/Linux development,strong problem-solving and systems skills.
Seattle or Los Angeles or Denver or Washington or United States
$165k-$231k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Blue Origin: Develops reusable rockets and systems for human spaceflight.
6+ YOEBachelor's in CS/Software/Aerospace, 6+ years in spacecraft flight or embedded software, strong C/C++/Python skills, RTOS experience, CCSDS and cybersecurity familiarity, unit testing, IPC, cross-compilation and CI/CD experience.
C, C++, Python, Linux, QNX, VxWorks, RTEMS, CCSDS, Google Test, sockets, shared memory, message queues, publish-subscribe middleware, CMake, Make, Yocto, Buildroot, Git, CI/CD, TCP/IP, UDP, CAN, I2C, SPI, RS-422/485, MISRA C/C++, NASA cFS, F Prime
Senior Flight Software Engineer II - Secret Clearance
Long Beach, California, United States
$143k-$214k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Rocket LabNasdaq: RKLB: Operates launch vehicles and manufactures satellites for space missions.
8+ YOEBachelor's in engineering or CS, active Secret clearance, 8+ years embedded software experience, proficiency in C/C++, RTOS or Embedded Linux, driver development, CI-based unit testing, and U.S. eligibility for higher clearance.
Neros Technologies: Designs and manufactures American-made high-performance drones for defense.
Hands-on software manager experience leading teams; strong background in embedded, real-time, safety/mission-critical and flight-control software; familiarity with PX4/Betaflight/ArduPilot; track record shipping hardware-coupled systems and owning test/quality practices.
Inversion Space: Building autonomous re-entry vehicles for global space-to-Earth cargo delivery.
9+ YOEBachelor's degree (CS/CE/AE) or equivalent, typically 9+ years in embedded/real-time/safety-critical software; expert in C/C++/Rust and embedded Linux; experience with low-level drivers, CAN/Ethernet/SPI/UART/RS-422, CI/CD, SIL/HIL; strong communication.
Senior Flight Software Engineer II - Secret Clearance
Long Beach, California, United States
$143k-$214k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Rocket LabNASDAQ: RKLB: Designs and builds launch vehicles and satellite systems.
8+ YOEActive Secret clearance, 8+ years embedded software experience, proficiency in C/C++, RTOS or Embedded Linux, bachelor's degree in relevant field, US citizenship required, ability to obtain TS/SCI.
C, C++, Real Time Operating Systems (RTOS), Embedded Linux, CAN/CAN-FD, UDP/TCP, Continuous Integration
Impulse Space: Developing in-space transportation services and orbital transfer vehicles.
5+ YOE1+ MgmtBachelor's in CS/CE/EE, 5+ years developing C/C++ for embedded aerospace with 1+ year technical leadership; experience with embedded Linux, real-time systems, computer architecture, OS, and embedded networking.
SpaceX: Designs and launches advanced rockets and satellite internet constellations.
0+ YOEBachelor's degree in a STEM field or 2+ years of software development experience; experience with C++/Rust; embedded/real-time or distributed systems; strong problem-solving and communication skills.
Terran OrbitalNYSE: LMT: Manufactures modular spacecraft for aerospace and defense missions.
8+ YOE3+ MgmtBachelor's in CS/CE/Aerospace required; 8+ years embedded aerospace software experience, 3+ years managing engineering teams, C/C++ and Linux experience, mentorship and leadership skills, US eligibility for DoD security clearance.
Pillar Space: Building high-stakes, flight-grade autonomous space hardware systems.
8+ YOEBachelor's in EE/CE/CS/Aerospace, 8+ years designing and qualifying avionics/embedded/flight software, leadership experience, proficiency in embedded C/C++ (Rust a plus), RTOS experience, hardware bring-up and lab test skills.