33 flight software engineer jobs at 14 companies in Westminster, MD
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HawkEye 360NYSE: HAWK: Provides space-based signals intelligence and radio frequency analytics.
3+ YOE3+ years spacecraft flight software on RTOS/embedded Linux, strong C/C++ and Python, Git experience, hardware bring-up and embedded driver development, problem solving and cross-team communication.
Los Angeles or Washington or San Francisco or London
$160k-$240k/yrOnsiteFull Time
CHAOS Industries: Develops advanced radar and sensing systems for modern defense.
10+ YOEBachelor's in CS/CE/Aerospace, 10+ years OOP software development, guidance algorithm and flight-dynamics experience, embedded real-time development (STM32, Jetson, AMD/Xilinx, Microblaze), hardware integration, Agile/CI practices, U.S. Person required.
5+ YOEBachelor's in CS/CE,5+ years software development with Rust or modern C/C++,2+ years async Rust,embedded/Linux/RTOS experience,CI and testing experience,able to travel up to 15%.
Quantum Space: Developing maneuverable spacecraft platforms for defense and commercial missions.
3+ YOEBS in CS/CE or related field; 3+ years C++ or other OOP experience; Python proficiency; strong Linux, bash, networking, serial, and system-level debugging skills; Git/GitLab experience; Agile familiarity.
Intuitive MachinesNASDAQ: LUNR: Provides lunar exploration spacecraft and space-based data services.
5+ YOEMS or PhD in aerospace or related field; 5+ years; C/C++, Python; real-time software; GN&C hardware and sensors; SWIL/HWIL testing; Agile tools; Git.
C, C++, Python, Real-time software, GN&C hardware, IMU, Star Trackers, GPS, LIDAR, OpNav, JIRA, Git, Trick, Bash, GEONS, CSPICE, GMAT, Monte Carlo analysis
Flight Software Engineer – Embedded Linux & Networking
Lanham, Maryland, United States
OnsiteFull Time
AST SpaceMobileNASDAQ: ASTS: Space-based cellular broadband network for standard mobile devices.
5+ YOEBachelor's in a technical field and 5+ years of professional experience in embedded Linux software and networking. Proficiency in C/C++/Python, kernel and driver development, TCP/IP networking, Yocto/Buildroot, debugging tools, and mentorship.
Technology Service Corporation: Develops advanced sensor systems and engineering solutions for defense.
2+ YOEBS in engineering plus 2+ years fixed-wing UAS flight controls/GNC experience, US citizenship, ability to obtain DoD security clearance, software development for flight controls, HIL/SIL test and data analysis experience.
Northrop GrummanNYSE: NOC: Designs and manufactures advanced aerospace and defense systems.
12+ YOEBachelor's in a STEM field with 12+ years (or Master's+10/PhD+8) embedded real-time software experience, proficient in C++, Linux, embedded development, software lifecycle, and ability to obtain Top Secret/SCI; U.S. citizenship required.
Northrop GrummanNYSE: NOC: Develops and manufactures advanced aerospace, defense, and space systems.
12+ YOEBachelor's in CS/CE/SE or STEM with 12+ years embedded software experience (or 10+ with MS, 8+ with PhD). Proficient in C++, Linux, embedded real-time systems, integration, and lifecycle processes. U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain Top Secret/SCI required.
MCSG Technologies: Provides information technology, engineering, and healthcare support services.
3+ YOE3-7 years supporting software verification/validation, developing and executing test procedures, documenting results, familiarity with configuration management and requirements traceability; US citizenship required for NASA badging.
Sr. Flight Dynamics System Software Architect – TeraWave
Reston or Seattle
$198k-$277k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Blue Origin: Develops reusable rockets and systems for human spaceflight.
BS in relevant technical field, expertise in flight dynamics for satellite constellations, production flight dynamics software experience, proficiency in Java/Python/C/C++/JavaScript, cloud (AWS), containers, CI/CD, Agile, and strong communication skills.
Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory: Conducts research and engineering for national security and space.
2+ YOEB.S. in engineering/CS/applied math +2 years experience; strong C++, MATLAB, or Python skills; familiarity with software repositories and bug tracking; knowledge of flight dynamics; must obtain Interim Secret and ultimately Top Secret clearance (U.S. citizenship).
Auria: Engineering and software solutions for space and defense missions.
2+ YOETop Secret/SCI eligible, U.S. citizenship, BS in Engineering, 2+ years in aerospace software, Python and C++, experience in flight software and satellite missions.
TrustPoint: Developing a commercial next-generation global navigation satellite system.
BS or MS in aerospace/astrodynamics/systems engineering, demonstrated flight dynamics and orbital mechanics experience, proficiency with STK/GMAT/FreeFlyer/Orekit, software skills in Python/MATLAB/C/C++, and U.S. person status; security-clearance eligibility.
Shield AI: Develops autonomous flight software and unmanned aircraft for defense.
15+ YOE15+ years engineering experience with technical leadership in aerospace/defense/autonomy; proven success leading large multidisciplinary teams; experience with software, systems, AI/ML, simulation, flight test, and government customers; active Secret clearance required.