Embedded Flight Software Engineer

Responsibilities

• Design and implement real-time embedded software in C++ for VxWorks-based systems used on space vehicles.
• Collaborate closely with systems, hardware, and test teams to ensure seamless software integration across the full system lifecycle.
• Participate actively in Agile development cycles, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, code reviews, and retrospectives.
• Develop, maintain, and improve CI/CD pipelines to support automated builds, testing, and deployment of flight software.
• Support software verification and validation in lab environments, including integration testing and hardware-in-the-loop testing.
• Support software testing and validation activities on flight hardware to ensure mission readiness and reliability.
• Prepare for and support the transition of the program into a classified environment by following appropriate processes and security practices.
• Contribute to documentation of software design, interfaces, and test results to support certification and mission assurance.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve issues in real-time embedded environments to maintain system performance and reliability.

Requirements

• Proficiency in C++ development for embedded systems, including experience with real-time constraints.
• Hands-on experience with VxWorks 6.0 or greater as a real-time operating system.
• Strong understanding of real-time embedded systems, including concurrency, timing, and resource management.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and tools to automate builds, tests, and deployments.
• Familiarity with Agile software development practices, including iterative development and continuous improvement.
• Proficiency with Git for version control, including branching, merging, and code review workflows.
• Able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance.
• Able to work on-site on a 9/80 schedule.

Qualifications

• Experience developing software for space applications or satellite systems.
• Background in flight software development for space vehicles or similar mission-critical systems.
• Knowledge of command and telemetry systems used in spaceflight operations.
• Familiarity with development environments and tools commonly used in aerospace and defense software projects.
• Experience working within multidisciplinary teams that include systems, hardware, and test engineering.
• Understanding of software verification and validation practices for safety- and mission-critical systems.

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision coverage.
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital coverage.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available.
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents).
• Short and long-term disability coverage.
• Health Spending Account (HSA).
• Transportation benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave).

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $65.00 - $90.00/hr.

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