United Launch Alliance

Embedded Flight Software Engineer 1

United Launch Alliance$77K — $128K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in STEM or related technical field
  • Experience with C/C++ programming, embedded programming, or robotics
  • Familiarity with Object Oriented Design
  • Experience with Linux operating systems
  • Knowledge of Software Configuration Management tools like git
  • Understanding of lean-agile development practices
  • Exposure to AI-Assisted tooling in software development

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and document software products for flight control systems
  • Engage in full software lifecycle: requirements refinement to testing
  • Collaborate with a team in an agile environment utilizing defined processes and standards
  • Work with cross-functional teams to create and test innovative software solutions

Benefits

  • 401(k) match plus additional employer contribution
  • Discretionary annual incentive bonus for eligible employees
  • Generous paid time off policies
  • Flexible work environments
  • 9/80 work schedule offering every other Friday off
Full Job Description
Requisition ID: 1790

Standard Weekly Hours: 40.00

Location: ULA - Denver

Relocation: Yes- Relocation may be available

Travel Requirements: None/Infrequent

Job Overview & Responsibilities

At ULA, an Embedded Flight Software Engineer 1 will act as a hands-on developer to deliver operational and enabling capabilities designed to meet real-time requirements for an embedded flight control system.

As Embedded Flight Software Engineer you will:
  • Be responsible for designing, developing and documenting software products. Design and develop using modern software principles, resolving complex technical problems and provide solutions which are innovative and ingenious.
  • Develop across the full software lifecycle by refining requirements, designing subsystems, implementing code modules, and building integration, component, and unit tests to verify the software.
  • Work with a highly collaborative team in an agile environment. Expected to use appropriate standards, processes, procedures and tools throughout the system development life cycle to support the generation of Flight Software.
  • Engage with Product Owners, Technology Representatives, Architects, QA and automation team members on cross-functional activities to design, develop, and test cutting-edge software solutions.


Required Education

Bachelor

Required Years of Experience

None required

Basic Qualifications

  • A bachelor's degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) or a related technical field from an accredited college or university
  • Experience with C/C++ programming with exposure to embedded programming and/or robotics
  • Experience with Object Oriented Design
  • Experience with Linux
  • Embraces lean-agile development and shared design philosophy
  • Understanding of Software Configuration Management practices and tools such as git
  • Embraces using AI-Assisted tooling in all aspects of development
  • Experience with Microsoft Office applications (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)


Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with Python, Perl, Javascript and other scripting languages
  • Experience with one or more of the following modern software development practices:
    - Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD)
    - Agile Methodologies
    - Test Driven Development (TDD)
  • Familiarity with an embedded (aerospace, raspberry pi, arduino, robotics) application
  • Hardware/Microprocessor/Software Integration
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Familiar with various communication protocols (Ethernet, RS-422, MIL-STD-1553)
  • Familiar with UML
  • Familiar with cloud technology (e.g. AWS)
  • Familiarity with Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS)


Summary Salary Range (for ULA - Denveronly): $77,111.00 - $128,518.00

Please note that the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon a candidate's experience and qualifications, as well as internal equity, market and business considerations. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in addition to base pay.

Because we understand launch success comes through the collective efforts of a team, we seek the best to join us. We value ethics, ingenuity, engagement and professional development for employees at all levels.

We offer our employees competitive pay and benefits including:
  • 401(k) match plus an additional employer contribution
  • Discretionary annual incentive bonus for eligible employees
  • Generous paid time off
  • Flexible work environments


Additionally, most salaried ULA team members work a "9/80 schedule," meaning they enjoy every other Friday off.

Benefits and work schedules may vary for union-represented hourly positions and are described in the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Security Clearance / International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR). This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR). Therefore, all applicants must be U.S. Persons as defined in ITAR 22 CFR 120.62 (e.g., U.S. Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or protected individual. See 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) and 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) for additional information).

About United Launch Alliance

United Launch Alliance (ULA) is a joint venture between Lockheed Martin Space and Boeing Defense, Space & Security. The company provides reliable and cost-effective launch services for government and commercial customers, including NASA, the Department of Defense, and other agencies. ULA's launch vehicles include the Atlas V and Delta IV families of rockets, which are designed to meet a wide range of mission requirements. The company is committed to delivering innovative solutions that enable customers to achieve their goals in space.
Learn more about United Launch Alliance
Size
3,500 employees
Industry
Founded
2006

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