Flight Software Engineer II

Defence Co.; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilmour Space Technologies in Australia is seeking a Flight Software Engineer II responsible for developing embedded flight software and supporting design, reviews, and DevOps activities. You will contribute to product development and R&D for launch vehicles within a high-performance team.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in software/CS/electronics or related field, at least 2 years in embedded software, and experience with C/C++, Python, MATLAB, RTOS, and embedded Linux.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree or equivalent in software, CS, electronics, math or mechatronics.
• 2+ years in embedded software development/design.
• Ability to work in dynamic, fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Flight Software products and services as part of a team.
• Lead small product teams quarterly where appropriate.
• Develop software designs, processes and verification activities.
• Support verification, testing and operations of flight software.

Skills

C/C++

Python

MATLAB

Embedded Linux

RTOS

VHDL/Verilog

DO-178C

Unit tests

CI/CD

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Software, Computer Science, Electronics, Mathematics or Mechatronics Engineering, or a relevant qualification

Tools

GDB

Git workflows

Static/Dynamic analysis tools

Code coverage tools

Job description

All Orbits, All Planets – Join us on our journey Gilmour Space is the leading Australian rocket company, pioneering next-generation hybrid propulsion technologies for small satellite launch vehicles.

Are you a creative and experienced Flight Software Engineer II looking for a dynamic role where your skills will make a real impact? Have you ever dreamt of building rockets right here in Australia? Well now’s your chance! As an experienced engineer, you will be required to work alongside fellow engineers as well as the wider organisation, contributing to the product development and R&D activities associated with developing launch vehicles. You will work as part of a high performing team, architecting solutions, developing advanced embedded software, conducting reviews, supporting DevOps, testing and operations. So, what are you waiting for? Join us and be a part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of space exploration and let’s send Australia to Space together!

How you will contribute to our mission in getting Australia to space:

Contributing as part of a team of Flight Software Engineers to deliver Flight Software products and services

• Where applicable, conducting junior leadership responsibilities (where technical authority is not required)
• Leading small product teams on a quarterly basis
• Participating in the development of Software engineering designs, processes and activities
• To undertake accountability as a Responsible Engineer for Flight Software products
• Conducting technical assessments, including: concept studies, trade studies, analysis of COTS solutions and estimates for Research and Development
• Adhering to and participating in product development engineering processes including: requirements definition, preliminary / detailed design and verification / validation
• Supporting Software unit and integration testing and operations (may include travel to remote sites)
• Supporting investigations, troubleshooting and fixes
• Supporting execution of Research and Development activities
• Supporting Software engineering production activities associated with the Launch Vehicle product lines
• Coordinating with the Mechanical, Propulsion and Manufacturing engineering departments as well as the Production organisation
• Engaging with external suppliers, subcontractors and stakeholders
• Ensuring that engineering activities are conducted and documented in accordance with Gilmour Space policies, plans and procedures
• Other duties as requested by Management

Mandatory Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Software, Computer Science, Electronics, Mathematics or Mechatronics Engineering, or a relevant qualification
• 2+ years of experience in a professional embedded software development and design engineering role
• Proven ability to operate in dynamic, fast paced environments
• Demonstrated resilience in high stress situations

Desired Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Experience with C/C++, Python, MATLAB
• Experience with baremetal, RTOS and embedded Linux software development
• Experience with FPGA software development (VHDL/Verilog)
• Experience with aerospace software engineering standards (eg. DO-178C)
• Experience writing both inline and markdown software documentation
• Experience using static / dynamic analysis and code coverage tools
• Experience using software debugging tools (eg. GDB)
• Experience developing unit and integration tests
• Experience using git workflows
• Experience conducting DevOps activities (managing infrastructure, developing CI/CD capabilities)
• Experience developing software in accordance with Waterfall and Agile management frameworks
• Understanding of Systems Engineering practises
• Demonstrated engineering experience within the Aerospace, Medical, Automotive, or similar safety critical and high reliability software development and design engineering settings
• Demonstrated ability to work in a high-paced, challenging work environment
• Demonstrated ability to work efficiently in a team environment with a desire and willingness to assist other team members

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen/Permanent Resident or have an appropriate Australian work visa or work entitlements.

Gilmour Space Technologies is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all positions.

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