Aerospace Flight Software Engineer

Relative Dynamics; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision and life/disability insurance

Vacation and paid holidays

401k with company match

Employee referral program

Community involvement programs

Job summary

A technology company in Austin, TX is seeking an Aerospace Flight Software Engineer to develop, test, and integrate flight software. The role allows for remote or on-site work. Key responsibilities include designing and implementing C++ software, supporting vehicle testing operations, and collaborating with various engineering teams. Candidates should possess a bachelor's degree in Computer Sciences and at least 8 years of relevant experience. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• 8+ years’ experience in aerospace software engineering or a similar role.
• Ability to meet strict deadlines in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and integrate flight software.
• Design, implement, and maintain high reliability C++ software.
• Support various vehicle testing and operation events.

Skills

C++ programming

Object-Oriented Design

Team collaboration

Real-time operating systems

Linux operating system

CI/CD pipelines

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Sciences, Software Engineering or a related field

Master's Degree in Computer Sciences, Software Engineering or a related field

Job description

Career Opportunities with Relative Dynamics

Relative Dynamics Inc. has an exciting opportunity for an Aerospace Flight Software Engineer. You will help develop, test, and integrate the flight software and will work in a group of flight software engineers through all stages of the flight software development processes and collaborate with other engineering teams. This position is available as a remote role or can be based on-site in Austin, TX.

What You’ll Get to Do:

• Develop, test, and integrate flight software as a key member of the Flight Software Team
• Design, implementation, and maintenance of high reliability C++ software
• Perform work on time, meeting all functional and performance requirements
• Work closely with the other engineering groups for the success of programs
• Adhere to the Aerospace Software Engineering Group’s processes, procedures, and best practices
• Support various vehicle testing and operation events, including on-orbit operations
• Design, implementation and maintenance of internal software tools using Python

What You’ll Need:

Required Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Sciences, Software Engineering, or a related field
• 8+ years’ experience in an aerospace software engineering position, or similar
• Excellent understanding of Object-Oriented Design and the C++ programming language
• Familiarity with real-time operating systems, software, and the Linux operating system
• Ability to work closely with other teammates and in a fast-paced environment to meet strict deadlines
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment with changing needs and requirements
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Master’s Degree in Computer Sciences, Software Engineering, or a related field
• Understanding of data path pipelines, state machines, and arithmetic operation
• 12+ years’ experience in an aerospace software engineering or related position
• Experience deploying and using CI/CD pipelines for C++ software

What You Won’t Do:

• Feel stuck as we offer great opportunities to advance and learn
• Feel like a number as we’re a close-knit bunch and always have each other’s backs

Who You Are:

• A self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment
• A quick learner who is always ready to gain depth of knowledge
• A reliable worker who knows the importance of showing up when it counts
• Accept assignments with open cooperative positive and team-oriented attitudes
• Able to plan and execute plans across teams
• Effective communicator both written and verbal

What You’ll Enjoy:

• Competitive wage and benefits package
• Medical, dental, vision and life/disability insurance
• Vacation and paid holidays
• Great 401k with company match
• Employee referral program
• Community involvement investing and giving back to the community

Relative Dynamics conducts a comprehensive background check that includes drug testing. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability status.