Flight Software Engineer II

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Contribute to 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
• Contribute to the Command Telemetry Database (CDTB) definition and maintenance for ground and on-orbit test and mission
• Collaborate with the ground C2 software team
• Contribute to command scripting and sequencing of the Spacecraft
• Design and implement satellite subsystem model simulators on HITL/SITL environment
• Develop reusable device drivers/interfaces and communications protocol libraries for flight hardware
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to flight software architecture discussions

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or related field
• 2 to 4 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.
• Familiarity with networking protocols: UDP, TCP/IP
• Proficiency in C/C++ and at least one of the following: Rust, Zig, or Python
• Ability to maintain or obtain TS/SCI clearance
• 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.
• 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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PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Master's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or related field
• 2 - 4 years experience developing and/or producing FSW for space applications
• Demonstrated experience and discipline with version control, continuous integration, and continuous delivery concepts
• Familiarity with embedded Linux
• 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: $95,000 - $140,000
• 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.

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