Summary Terran Orbital is seeking an experienced
Flight Software Engineer to join our dynamic team. Reporting to the
Flight Software Engineering Manager, the
Flight Software Engineer will design, develop, and maintain the critical software systems that control and operate our satellites, ensuring reliable performance and mission success in the challenging environment of space.
Key Duties and Responsibilities - Develop software for unique payloads, including image processing, aero-braking, and propulsive lunar landing
- Write comprehensive unit and regression tests in existing frameworks
- Integrate and test software in simulation, flight replica, flight, and hardware-in-the-loop environments
- Work with multiple engineering teams to establish software requirements and design
- Work with various engineering teams to commission newly launched satellites
Qualifications and Skills - Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or equivalent field
- 2+ years of experience developing C++ applications for embedded, high-performance, or critical systems (Level II)
- Highly motivated, self-starting, and able to perform duties autonomously without supervision
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- U.S. Citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance
Additional Differentiators- Hands-on experience using A.R.M. and Texas Instruments platforms for embedded systems
- Experience with Linux and GNU tools such as make, G.C.C., and debuggers such as G.D.B.
- Experience with scripting languages such as bash and Python
- Experience within the aerospace industry
Your actual level and base salary will be determined case-by-case and may vary based on the job-related qualification, knowledge, skills, education, and experience. In addition to base salary, we offer 100% covered medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) match, Flexible Time Off (FTO), covered life insurance, maternity and paternity leave, tuition reimbursement, employee referrals, and lots of swag!
Salary Range
$123,000-$150,000 USD
Full-time positions only:
Benefits- 100% Company-paid comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents
- 401(k) Match
- Flexible Time Off (FTO)
- Education Reimbursement
- Competitive Paid Parental Leave
Physical Demands An employee must meet the physical demands described to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. In performing the duties of this job, the employee is routinely required to sit or stand for long durations of time, in addition to bending, reaching, and walking. This would require the ability to lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds. This position is generally sedentary, with substantial computer usage.
Work Environment The job operates in a professional office environment but in a manufacturing company. This job routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and scanners.
