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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 (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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Flight Software Engineer
Houston, Texas, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Barrios Technology
Barrios Technology: Engineering and technology services for human spaceflight missions.
5+ YOEBS in software/computer engineering or related,5+ years software development experience,proficiency in C/C++,embedded/firmware and hardware integration,serial and packet protocols,Git platforms,US citizenship and ability to pass government background investigation.
C, C++, Oscilloscope, Logic Analyzer, RS-232, RS-422, RS-485, TCP/IP, UDP/IP, GitLab, GitHub, SpaceWire, xUnit, Windows, POSIX, Docker
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Flight Software Engineer
San Carlos or Seattle
$200k-$250k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Cowboy Space
Cowboy Space: Building satellite-based orbital infrastructure for AI data centers.
5+ YOE5+ years developing flight or safety-critical software, production Rust experience (or C/C++), embedded real-time systems, hardware-integration and testing experience, leadership/architecture experience, ITAR-eligible U.S. work status required.
Rust, C, C++
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Senior Flight Software Engineer
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States
$82k-$220k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Draper
Draper: Designs and develops advanced guidance and navigation technologies.
5+ YOEBachelor's in CS/CE/EE required, 5+ years software engineering experience with real-time embedded C/C++ or Rust, experience with embedded targets, DevSecOps practices, and ability to obtain a Secret security clearance.
C, C++, Rust, UML, SysML, JTAG, in-circuit emulator
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Flight Software Engineer
Houston, Texas, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Barrios Technology
Barrios Technology: Provides aerospace engineering and mission integration services.
5+ YOEBS in Software/Computer Engineering or math,5+ years software development experience,proficiency in C/C++,embedded/firmware experience,hardware/software integration,Git platforms,lab debugging,US citizenship and background eligibility.
C, C++, oscilloscope, logic analyzer, RS-232, RS-422, RS-485, TCP/IP, UDP/IP, GitLab, GitHub, SpaceWire, xUnit, Windows, POSIX, Docker
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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
Laurel, Maryland, United States
$100k-$245k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory: Conducts research and engineering for national security and space.
5+ YOEBachelor's in CS/EE/CE or equivalent,5+ years software development,expertise in C and C++,scripting (Python/Ruby/PERL),Git,ability to obtain Top Secret/SCI clearance (US citizenship).
C, C++, Python, Ruby, PERL, Git, cFE, RTEMS, RT Linux, VxWorks, GitLab, Bamboo, Rust, Go, Docker, Podman, Kubernetes, TCP/IP, CCSDS, DTN
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Flight Software Engineer
Littleton, Colorado, United States
$120k-$128k/yr HybridFull Time
I2X Technologies
I2X Technologies: Provides mission-critical engineering, cybersecurity, and IT services to government agencies.
5+ YOEUS citizen, Bachelor's in computer science/aerospace/engineering, 5+ years software verification experience, Python, Linux, Matlab, DOORS, attention to detail, leadership, ability to develop and run verification tests.
Python, Linux, Matlab, C++, Doors, SWTE
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Staff Flight Software Engineer
Louisville, Colorado, United States
$146k-$191k/yr HybridFull Time
IonQ
IonQNYSE: IONQ: Develops and sells trapped-ion quantum computers and cloud services.
6+ YOE6+ years experience with real-time embedded flight software, strong C/C++ and Python skills, embedded Linux and low-level driver experience, bachelor\u0002s in CS/CE/EE or equivalent, U.S. Person for export control.
C, C++, Python, Shell, Embedded Linux, Linux kernel modules, Xilinx Zynq, Oscilloscope, Logic analyzer
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Flight Software Engineer
Houston, Texas, United States
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Intuitive Machines
Intuitive MachinesNASDAQ: LUNR: Provides lunar exploration spacecraft and space-based data services.
5+ YOEBS in physics or engineering required; 5+ years C/C++ and hardware/software integration; familiarity with serial and packet protocols; strong testing, communication, and problem-solving skills.
C, C++, RS-232, RS-422, RS-485, IP/UDP, IP/TCP, GSFC Core Flight Software (CFS), SpaceWire, xUnit, Docker, Microsoft Windows, POSIX, Gitflow
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FLIGHT SOFTWARE SYSTEMS ENGINEER
Greenbelt, Maryland, United States
$90-$110/hr HybridPart Time
MCSG Technologies
MCSG Technologies: Provides information technology, engineering, and healthcare support services.
20+ YOELead flight software systems engineering across the mission lifecycle; experience with embedded flight software, architecture, requirements, verification, and integration; eligible for National Agency Check clearance.
C, C++, Python, Java, FORTRAN, Git, GitLab, DOORS, Jama, RTEMS, VxWorks, embedded Linux, CCSDS, SpaceWire, CI/CD, SysML
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Senior Flight Software Engineer, Interplanetary Sciences Program
Long Beach, California, United States
$154k-$211k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Relativity Space
Relativity Space: Designing and manufacturing 3D-printed rockets and launch vehicles.
5+ YOE5+ years embedded or real-time flight software; strong C++ with memory, concurrency, embedded systems; RTOS/Linux experience; system-level testing and V&V; autonomous spaceflight and collaboration.
C++, RTOS, Linux, Python, V&V, HIL, Git
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Flight Software Engineer Senior I
Greenwood Village, Colorado, United States
$110k-$165k/yr OnsiteFull Time
York Space Systems
York Space SystemsNYSE: YSS: Designs and manufactures modular spacecraft platforms and mission solutions.
5+ YOEBachelor's in computer science,5+ years embedded software experience,proficient in C/C++,familiar with Rust,Linux,FreeRTOS,IPC;able to obtain Secret security clearance.
C, C++, Rust, Linux, FreeRTOS, Python, IPC, Software-in-the-loop (SITL), Hardware-in-the-loop (HITL), CubeSat Space Protocol
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Senior Flight Software Engineer, Blue Ghost
Texas, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Firefly Aerospace
Firefly AerospaceNASDAQ: FLY: Provides end-to-end space transportation and lunar landing services.
7+ YOEBachelor's in CS or related, 7+ years software engineering experience, strong C++ and OOD, familiarity with Linux and real-time systems, excellent communication.
C++, Python, Linux, CI/CD
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Flight Software Developer
Centennial, Colorado, United States
$120k-$190k/yr RemoteFull Time
Cimarron
Cimarron: Provider of specialized engineering and technical services for aerospace.
5+ YOE5+ years experience with C++, Python, embedded systems, hardware/software integration, Linux, Bitbucket, and Jira; Bachelor's in CS/CE/Math/Systems Engineering; U.S. citizen or permanent resident; Real ID-compliant ID; pre-employment background, breath alcohol, and drug screening.
C++, Python, Linux, Bitbucket, Jira, Agile, Scrum, SAFe
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Senior Spacecraft Flight Software Engineer
Herndon, Virginia, United States
$130k-$175k/yr OnsiteFull Time
HawkEye 360
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.
C, C++, Python, Git, GitLab CI, Xilinx Zynq, Zephyr RTOS, Yocto/OpenEmbedded, Linux kernel
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Senior Flight Software Engineer (Rust)
Reston or Arlington or Santa Barbara
$155k-$185k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Umbra
Umbra: Operates high-resolution synthetic aperture radar imaging satellites.
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%.
Rust, C++, C, Linux, RTOS, Yocto, Python
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Flight Safety Test Engineer, Senior
Fort Belvoir, Virginia, United States
$135k-$216k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Peraton
Peraton: National security and mission-critical government technology services provider.
8+ YOESenior flight-safety systems engineer; 8+ years in systems/flight safety, software integration/testing; TS/SCI with Poly; BS with related field ( MS preferred ); experience with flight safety tools.
STK, Astrodynamics Support Workstation (ASW) SuperCombo, Bash, Python, orbit propagation software
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Missile Flight Software Engineer
Huntsville, Alabama, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Verity Integrated Systems
Verity Integrated Systems: Develops engineering and simulation solutions for aerospace and defense.
10+ YOE3+ MgmtBachelor's in related field; 10+ years in embedded/real-time flight software with 3+ years leading technical teams; strong C/C++ and embedded processor experience; RTOS, CI/CD, Git, CMake, Docker; ability to obtain U.S. Secret clearance.
C/C++, Rust, ARM, PowerPC, DSPs, SoCs, SPI, UART, CAN, 1553, Ethernet, CI/CD, Git, CMake, Docker, MATLAB/Simulink, Google Earth, ESRI, Cesium, HIL, SIL
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