Embedded Software Engineer Senior - SW Engineering - Flight Software

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop embedded flight software in C/C++ for spacecraft systems
• Build and maintain networking and data transport layers between onboard subsystems and ground interfaces
• Integrate software with hardware components (OBCs, radios, payloads) in HITL and flatsat environments
• Develop and execute test strategies (unit, integration, system, and mission-level testing)
• Support on-orbit operations, debugging, and anomaly resolution
• Contribute to software architecture, requirements, and interface definitions
• Improve and maintain CI/CD pipelines, build systems, and release processes
• Collaborate across platform, applications, mission ops, and hardware teams

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in embedded software development
• Strong proficiency in C/C++
• Experience with embedded Linux systems (drivers, networking, system-level debugging)
• Familiarity with deterministic build systems such as Yocto or VxWorks
• Familiarity with networking protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, routing concepts)
• Experience debugging hardware/software integration issues
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment
• Must be clearance eligible and able to maintain an active Secret Clearance or higher

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in computer science or engineering related field
• 8+ years of experience working with software, network infrastructure, and data transport protocols in space
• Experience with Real-Time Operating Systems
• Experience with spacecraft, aerospace, or safety-critical systems
• Knowledge of real-time systems and deterministic software design
• Familiarity with CCSDS, DTN, or space communication protocols
• Understanding of cybersecurity principles (secure boot, signing, key management)
• Experience supporting on-orbit operations or live systems

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• 401K retirement plan

How To Apply

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by clicking the “Apply” link at the top of the page. York Space Systems will be accepting applications on a rolling basis until the position is closed.