Autonomous Flight Software Engineer

Apex Technology, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shared upside equity

Best-in-class healthcare

Comprehensive PTO 15–20 days + 10 paid

Competitive 401(k) with generous match

8 weeks paid parental leave

Daily catered lunch and snacks

Vibrant community events

Dream desk setup and productivity gear

Playa Vista office with in-person &amp

Real impact opportunities

Job summary

Apex Technology, Inc. is seeking a Flight Software Engineer to design, develop, and own the autonomous software running Apex’s satellite buses in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

You will build mission-critical systems that operate 24/7, collaborating with internal teams and customers to deliver scalable software across the lifecycle. Ideal candidates have 1+ years in flight software, strong Python/C++/Rust skills, and experience with real-time, embedded Linux (Yocto) and CCSDS/ECSS protocols.

Qualifications

• U.S. Person status is required to access export controlled data.
• 1+ years of total flight software experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in CS, EE or equivalent.
• Strong proficiency in Python, C++, and Rust.
• Experience with real-time systems on distributed hardware.
• Knowledge of embedded Linux and Yocto.
• Familiarity with CCSDS and ECSS.
• Experience with TCP/IP, UDP, Protobuf, and encryption.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement and own mission critical software applications for satellite systems.
• Support commissioning during launch and early operations; ensure software systems remain functional during critical operations.
• Own spacecraft software solutions through the full lifecycle from initial design to deployment.
• Perform unit testing, integration testing, and system-level testing of software components, identifying and resolving defects or issues.

Skills

Python

C++

Rust

Real-time systems

Embedded Linux

CCSDS

ECSS

TCP/IP

UDP

Protobuf

Encryption

Software testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/EE or equivalent

Tools

Yocto

Linux distributions

Job description

Apex Technology, Inc. is seeking a Flight Software Engineer to design, develop, and own the autonomous software running Apex’s satellite buses in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

You will build mission-critical systems that operate 24/7, collaborating with internal teams and customers to deliver scalable software across the lifecycle. Ideal candidates have 1+ years in flight software, strong Python/C++/Rust skills, and experience with real-time, embedded Linux (Yocto) and CCSDS/ECSS protocols.