38 embedded flight software engineer jobs at 19 companies in Pomona, CA

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Senior Embedded Flight Software Engineer
Hawthorne or Los Angeles or Washington or San Francisco or London
$160k-$240k/yr OnsiteFull Time
CHAOS Industries
CHAOS Industries: Develops advanced radar and sensing systems for modern defense.
10+ YOEBachelor's in CS/CE/Aero; 10+ years OOP software development; guidance algorithm and ArduPilot experience; STM32, Nvidia Jetson/AMD/Xilinx/MicroBlaze, Linux, real-time embedded, firmware, VHDL/FPGA, git, Agile/CI/CD; U.S. Person required.
Coherent Distributed Networks (CDN™), ArduPilot, STM32, Nvidia Jetson, AMD, Xilinx, MicroBlaze, VHDL, git, Linux, Scrum, Continuous Integration, Test-Driven Development, CI/CD
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Flight Software Engineer
El Segundo, California, United States
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Matter Intelligence
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.
Python, C++, Rust, CMake, Make, Embedded Linux
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Senior Flight Software Engineer
Gardena, California, United States
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Singularity Defense
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.
C, C++, Linux, CAN, UART, Ethernet, Hardware-in-the-loop (HITL), software-in-the-loop (SITL)
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Senior Flight Software Engineer - Embedded Linux
Hawthorne, California, United States
$155k-$200k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Starpath
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.
Linux kernel, device tree, CAN, RS-485, USB, CSI, Ethernet, NVIDIA Orin, NVIDIA Jetson, ZFS
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Flight Software Engineer
El Segundo, California, United States
$120k-$150k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Space Kinetic
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.
C, C++, Python, RTOS, Linux, Embedded systems
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Senior Flight Software Engineer
El Segundo, California, United States
$172k-$232k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Boeing
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.
C, C++, Java, Python, GitLab, Bitbucket, JIRA, Confluence, Wireshark, Debuggers
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Senior Flight Software Engineer
Costa Mesa, California, United States
$220k-$292k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Anduril Industries
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
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Senior Flight Software Engineer
El Segundo, California, United States
$172k-$232k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Boeing
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.
C, C++, Java, Python, GitLab, Bitbucket, JIRA, Confluence, Wireshark, Debuggers
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Space Flight Software Engineer, C++
El Segundo, California, United States
$131k-$184k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Varda Space Industries
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.
C++, bare metal, RTOS, Linux, CCSDS, F', cFS, Python, Rust, SPI, I2C, CAN, EtherCAT
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Senior Flight Software Engineer (Remote)
Los Angeles, California, United States
$185k-$215k/yr RemoteFull Time
Apex
Apex: Mass-manufactures standardized satellite buses for commercial and government use.
8+ YOE8+ years flight software experience; US Person; BS in CS/EE or equivalent; Python, C++, Rust; real-time distributed systems; embedded Linux (Yocto); CCSDS/ECSS familiarity; network protocols (TCP/IP, UDP); Protobuf; encryption.
Python, C++, Rust, Embedded Linux, Yocto, CCSDS, ECSS, Protobuf, TCP/IP, UDP, Encryption
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Satellite Flight Software Engineer III - TeraWave
Seattle or Los Angeles or Denver or Washington or United States
$165k-$231k/yr OnsiteFull 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
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Staff Flight Software Engineer, Interplanetary Sciences Program
Long Beach, California, United States
$181k-$249k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Relativity Space
Relativity Space: Designing and manufacturing 3D-printed rockets and launch vehicles.
7+ YOE7+ years embedded real-time flight software; C++; RTOS/Linux; V&V; HIL testing; cross-team collaboration.
C++, RTOS, Linux, Python, Rust, Embedded Systems
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Senior Flight Software Engineer II - Secret Clearance
Long Beach, California, United States
$143k-$214k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Rocket Lab
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.
C, C++, RTOS, Embedded Linux, CAN, CAN-FD, UDP, TCP, Continuous Integration
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Flight Software Manager
Torrance, California, United States
$225k-$265k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Neros Technologies
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.
PX4, Betaflight, ArduPilot, CI/CD, SITL, HITL
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Staff Flight Software Engineer, Arc Vehicle
Playa Vista, California, United States
$165k-$236k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Inversion Space
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.
C, C++, Rust, Linux, CAN, Ethernet, SPI, UART, RS-422, CI/CD, Software-in-the-Loop (SIL), Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL), GNC
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Senior Flight Software Engineer II - Secret Clearance
Long Beach, California, United States
$143k-$214k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Rocket Lab
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
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Lead Flight Software Engineer, Special Programs
Redondo Beach, California, United States
$150k-$200k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Impulse Space
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.
C, C++, Embedded Linux
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Software Engineer, Flight Software (Starship)
Hawthorne, California, United States
$125k-$175k/yr OnsiteFull Time
SpaceX
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.
C++, Rust, Embedded systems, Distributed systems
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Flight Software Engineering Manager
Irvine, California, United States
$150k-$210k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Terran Orbital
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.
C/C++, Linux, Zynq 7000 series, FPGA, multimeter, oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer
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Founding Lead Avionics & Software Engineer
Los Angeles, California, United States
$185k-$275k/yr HybridFull Time
Pillar Space
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.
C, C++, Rust, FreeRTOS, VxWorks, RTEMS, VHDL, Verilog, Xilinx Zynq, CCSDS, SpaceWire, MIL-STD-1553, CAN, EGSE