Embedded Flight Software Engineer (Early Career)

About the role

York Space Systems is seeking an early career Embedded Flight Software Engineer to support the design, development, integration, and testing of mission-critical spacecraft software systems. This role focuses on embedded and Linux-based flight software that enables command, telemetry, networking, and autonomy functions across on-orbit vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Support development of embedded flight software in C/C++ for spacecraft systems
• Aid with software integration and testing in HITL, flat-sat, and lab environments
• Develop and maintain networking and communication interfaces between spacecraft subsystems and ground systems
• Participate in unit, integration, and system-level testing activities
• Support debugging of hardware/software integration issues
• Contribute to on-orbit operations support and anomaly investigations
• Contribute to software documentation, interface definitions, and test procedures
• Collaborate with CI/CD pipelines, build systems, and release processes
• Work with software, hardware, platform, and mission operations teams

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
• 0–5 years of experience in software or embedded systems development
• Familiarity with C/C++ programming
• Exposure to Linux development environments
• Basic understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, UDP, sockets, etc.)
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment
• Clearance eligibility and ability to maintain an active Secret Clearance or higher

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in computer science or engineering related field (preferred)
• Internship, academic, or personal project experience with embedded systems (preferred)
• Familiarity with embedded Linux or Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) (preferred)
• Experience with hardware/software integration or robotics projects (preferred)
• Familiarity with Git, CI/CD pipelines, or automated testing (preferred)
• Experience with Python or scripting languages (preferred)
• Interest in spacecraft, aerospace, or safety-critical systems (preferred)
• Experience working in lab or system integration environments (preferred)

Benefits

• In addition to compensation, York Space Systems offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance along with PTO and a 401K.