Future Projects Flight Software Engineer

The Exploration Company; Planegg; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A pioneering aerospace firm in Bayern, Germany, is looking for a Flight Software Engineer to develop and test software for lunar lander projects. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and over 3 years of experience in software architecture for aerospace systems. Applicants should also be skilled in C++, Python, and real-time system development. This position offers relocation assistance and promotes a collaborative work culture, making it an exciting opportunity for engineers passionate about space exploration.

Leistungen

Agile work environment

Relocation assistance

Collaborative culture

Equal opportunity employer

Qualifikationen

• 3+ years of experience in developing software architectures for aerospace or similar systems.
• Proven experience in real-time system design with focus on safety-critical applications.
• Familiarity with communication protocols such as TCP/IP, UART, CAN Bus.

Aufgaben

• Develop and test critical software for lunar lander projects.
• Own the software architecture and sub-system requirements.
• Collaborate with teams to integrate software into test frameworks.

Kenntnisse

Software architecture

C++

Python

MATLAB/Simulink

Real-time distributed systems

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Ausbildung

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

Tools

Hardware in the Loop (HIL)

Software in the Loop (SIL)

GDB

LLDB

Jobbeschreibung

Here at The Exploration Company, we are developing, producing, and operating Nyx, a modular and reusable space orbital vehicle that can eventually be refuelled in orbit and that can carry cargo - and potentially humans in the longer run.

We want you as a talented Flight Software Engineer to help us in our mission by developing and testing critical software responsible for the operation of our lunar lander projects. You will be part of the Future Projects team, reporting to the Principal Engineer of the project and working closely with the other engineering disciplines.

Key Responsibilities

In your capacity as a Future Projects Flight Software Engineer, your role will be continuously evolving, but day to day your duties will include:

• Taking ownership of the software architecture, components, and interfaces

• Owning the requirements for the software sub-system

• Being responsible for implementation of the Flight software modules (Sub-system)

• Being responsible for writing clean unit tests

• Collaborating with other teams (e.g. Avionics, GNC, Propulsion) to ensure seamless integration of the software into the test framework

• Being responsible for integrated tests (with Hardware and Simulated)

• Actively participating in system-level tests and provide support for troubleshooting and resolving integration issues

What we would love to see from you

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.

• 3+ years of experience in developing software architectures for aerospace or similar complex systems.

• Proven experience in real-time distributed system design, implementation, and debugging, with a focus on timing constraints, synchronization, and deterministic behavior in safety-critical applications.

• Strong background in software development, with proficiency in programming languages such as C++, Python, or MATLAB/Simulink.

• Familiarity with hardware in the loop (HIL) and software in the loop (SIL) testing methodologies.

• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

• Strong communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.

• Experience with NASA cFS is considered advantageous.

• Understanding of Communication protocols such as: TCP/IP, UART, CAN Bus and serialization.

• Familiarity with debuggers (GDB, LLDB).

Nice to have

• Knowledge of safety and real-time critical software and familiarity with RTOS

• Experience with RTEMS is considered advantageous

Why you should join us!

What makes us special here at The Exploration Company and why we think you will enjoy working here is:

• We’re Agile - we make decisions fast whilst keeping our goals and systems in mind

• We’re Open and Collaborative - we are transparent about risks and obstacles, so that we can cooperate to overcome them

• We have a lot of Fun - we refuel our energy knowing we are democratising space. It’s a wonderful and rare opportunity, are YOU up for the challenge?

We'd love to hear from you if you wish to be a part of our journey. Please submit your CV now for immediate consideration and we will be in touch shortly.

The Exploration Company is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability status. Relocation assistance is provided for those willing to relocate including visa sponsorship where applicable.