SPACE SOFTWARE ENGINEER

Upper Spring Consulting; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology and space engineering firm is seeking a Space Software Engineer to develop software for satellite missions. This role involves designing and testing embedded software and ground station applications. Candidates should possess strong programming skills in C/C++ and C#, along with a degree in a related field. Join us in advancing space exploration!

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field required.
• Proficiency in C/C++ and C# programming essential.
• Experience with real-time operating systems highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test embedded software for satellite systems.
• Integrate ground software with mission control systems.
• Conduct software testing and updates during on-orbit missions.

Skills

C/C++ programming

C# programming

Real-time operating systems (RTOS)

API design and development

Version control systems (Git)

Python scripting

Problem-solving skills

Teamwork skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, or related field

Tools

GIT

CI/CD tools

Job description

We are representing our client in the global technology and space engineering to search for a Space Software Engineer to complement the existing team. The engineer will be working in a team developing software for satellite missions.Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and test embedded software for the satellite’s on-board computer (OBC) using C/C++ or other appropriate languages.
• Design, develop, and test ground station software front end GUIs, backend services, and databases, using C# or other appropriate languages,
• Integrate ground software with existing mission control systems.
• Implement and integrate software modules for various subsystems, including:Attitude Determination and Control System (ADCS)Communication System (COMMS)Power System (EPS)Payload Data Handling
• Develop and execute software unit tests, integration tests, and system-level tests.
• Conduct on-orbit software testing and updates.
• Adhere to coding standards and best practices.
• Optimize software for resource-constrained environments (memory, processing power).
• Participate in pre-launch testing and simulations.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation for flight and ground software, including design specifications, test plans, and user manuals.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Proficiency in C/C++/C# programming.
• Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) is highly desirable.
• Experience with API design and development.
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git)
• Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Python) is a plus.
• Adept with tooling such as GIT and CI/CD.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Interest in space exploration and satellite technology.