AST SpaceMobile, Inc.

Flight Software Engineer - Embedded Linux & Networking

AST SpaceMobile, Inc.$100K — $130K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
  • 5+ years of professional experience in software engineering focused on embedded Linux systems
  • Experience with real-time or performance-constrained embedded systems
  • Familiarity with advanced networking concepts and custom communication protocols
  • Background in wireless communication or distributed network architectures

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain embedded Linux software, including BSPs and device drivers
  • Lead the development of networking subsystems, including protocol stacks and communication interfaces
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define system interfaces for hardware/software integration
  • Contribute to embedded software architecture standards and coding guidelines
  • Participate in the full software development lifecycle from design to deployment
  • Support simulation and testing environments for networking and system performance validation
  • Conduct code reviews and mentor junior engineers to ensure quality

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment with multidisciplinary teams
  • Opportunities for professional development and mentorship
  • Involvement in innovative aerospace projects
  • Flexible work environment with options for hybrid work
  • Emphasis on high-reliability and mission-critical work
Full Job Description
Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Flight Software Engineer - Embedded Linux & Networking to design, develop, and support embedded software systems for advanced aerospace platforms. This role focuses on building and optimizing Linux-based networking capabilities within mission-critical environments, contributing to system architecture, integration, and performance of complex embedded systems.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Design, develop, and maintain embedded Linux software, including board support packages (BSPs), device drivers, and system-level integration
  • Lead development of networking subsystems, including protocol stacks, network drivers, and communication interfaces
  • Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to define system interfaces and ensure seamless hardware/software integration
  • Contribute to and uphold embedded software architecture standards, best practices, and coding guidelines
  • Participate in full software development lifecycle, including design, coding, testing, integration, and deployment
  • Support simulation and testing environments to validate networking behavior and system performance
  • Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues across hardware and software boundaries
  • Conduct code reviews and provide mentorship to junior engineers to ensure quality and consistency
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation, including architecture decisions and system specifications

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field

Experience:

A minimum of 5+ yearsof professional experience in software engineering with a strong focus on embedded Linux systems

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with real-time or performance-constrained embedded systems
  • Familiarity with advanced networking concepts and custom communication protocols
  • Exposure to secure software development practices or embedded system security
  • Experience working on high-reliability or mission-critical systems
  • Background in wireless communication or distributed network architectures
  • Experience with GPU computing or parallel processing technologies

Soft Skills:
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams
  • Proven ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly and effectively
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities
  • Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy in design and implementation
  • Ability to lead technical discussions and influence architecture decisions
  • Adaptability and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment

Technology Stack:
  • Programming languages: C, C++, Python
  • Embedded Linux systems and kernel development
  • Networking technologies: TCP/IP, UDP, socket programming, routing
  • Embedded build systems such as Yocto or Buildroot
  • Development and debugging tools (e.g., GDB, JTAG/SWD interfaces)
  • Version control and collaboration tools (e.g., Git)
  • Continuous integration and issue tracking tools (e.g., CI platforms, Jira or similar)
  • Hardware debugging and diagnostic tools (e.g., oscilloscopes, logic or network analyzers)

Physical Requirements
  • Ability to work in a standard office, lab, or hybrid engineering environment
  • Prolonged periods of sitting and working on a computer
  • Ability to use specialized technical equipment for testing and debugging when required
  • Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders

This job description may not be inclusive to the duties and responsibilities listed. Additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time or the scope of the job may change as needed by business demands.

About AST SpaceMobile, Inc.

AST SpaceMobile, Inc. is a telecommunications company that is developing a space-based cellular broadband network. The company's network will provide mobile connectivity to remote and underserved areas around the world. AST SpaceMobile, Inc. was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in New York, New York.
Learn more about AST SpaceMobile, Inc.
Size
50 employees
Market Cap
$696.8 million
Industry
NASDAQ

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