Senior Flight Software Engineer

True Anomaly

$140K — $250K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or related field and 6+ years of experience in low-level firmware architecture, design, and development.
  • Experience in low-level device driver development and safety critical systems.
  • Familiarity with embedded RTOS such as RTLinux or Azure RTOS.
  • Knowledge of common protocols including Ethernet, SPI, I2C, CAN, RS422, RS485, etc.
  • Proficient in C/C++ and Python programming languages.
  • Ability to maintain or obtain TS/SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in the full software development cycle for flight computers used in space missions.
  • Integrate GNC algorithms with flight software systems.
  • Define and maintain the Command Telemetry Database for testing and mission operations.
  • Collaborate effectively with the ground C2 software team.
  • Support command scripting and sequencing for spacecraft activities.
  • Design and implement satellite subsystem model simulators in HITL/SITL environments.
  • Develop reusable device drivers and communications protocol libraries for flight hardware.

Benefits

  • Health, Dental, and Vision insurance options.
  • Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options.
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays.
  • 401K retirement plan.
  • Parental leave benefits.
Full Job Description
As a Senior Flight Software Engineer at True Anomaly, you will gain experience at every phase of the spacecraft program including design, analysis, manufacturing, test, and flight. The company culture is one of innovation and speed, so if you are looking for a place that allows you to reach your full potential, this is the job to consider.

RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Assist in the software development cycle including design, development, integration, and test for flight computers used in space missions (on-board computers, processing units and others)
  • Integrate complex GNC algorithms with flight software
  • Assist with the Command Telemetry Database (CDTB) definition and maintenance for ground and on-orbit test and mission
  • Collaborate with the ground C2 software team
  • Assist with the effort for command scripting and sequencing of the Spacecraft
  • Assist with design and implement satellite subsystem model simulators on HITL/SITL environment
  • Develop reusable device drivers/interfaces and communications protocol libraries for flight hardware

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or related field and 6+ years of experience with low-level firmware architecture, design, and development
  • Low-level device driver development and safety critical systems experience
  • Experience with embedded RTOS such as RTLinux or Azure RTOS
  • Familiarity with common protocols such as Ethernet, SPI, I2C, CAN, RS422, RS485, etc.
  • Proficiency in C/C++ and Python.
  • Ability to maintain or obtain TS/SCI clearance

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
  • Master's degree in in computer science, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or related field
  • 7+ years experience developing and/or producing FSW for space applications
  • Ability to maintain or obtain TS/SCI clearance
  • Demonstrated experience and discipline with version control, continuous integration, and continuous delivery concepts
  • Familiarity with embedded Linux
  • Familiarity with networking protocols: UDP, TCP/IP
  • Comfortable with typical embedded systems tools, compilers, debuggers and IDEs
  • Broad experience with microcontrollers, application processors, revision control systems
  • Strong debugging skills through use of instrumentation such as oscilloscopes and protocol analyzers
  • Application experience in areas such as robotics, automation, motor control, and sensor fusion

COMPENSATION
  • Base Salary: $140,000 - $250,000
  • Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
  • Work Location-This is an onsite role, we are seeking candidates based near Denver, CO or Long Beach, CA.
  • Work environment-the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
  • Physical demands-the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.

This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below.
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To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

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