Embedded Flight Software Engineer

AstroForge; Seal Beach (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 229,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and life insurance

Vision and FSA

PTO plus sick time

10 paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Equity on the ground floor

Job summary

AstroForge is seeking an experienced Embedded Flight Software Engineer to develop and maintain software for our deep-space missions, ensuring reliability and safety while enabling rapid iteration.

The role covers embedded microcontrollers and Linux systems, writing drivers for sensors and actuators, and collaborating with avionics to integrate software across platforms. Candidates should have a strong basis in Rust, C, or C++, and a degree in a related field.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Experience in embedded software development, preferably in aerospace or a related field.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Rust, C, or C++.
• Familiarity with ARM processors and embedded Linux.
• Knowledge of communication protocols such as UART, I2C, and RS422.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain embedded software for microcontroller & embedded Linux systems, ensuring reliability, safety, and performance.
• Write hardware drivers that interface with spacecraft sensors and actuators such as IMUs, reaction wheels, and star trackers.
• Collaborate with the avionics team to integrate software with embedded systems and peripherals.
• Participate in the full software development lifecycle, including design, implementation, testing, and documentation.
• Troubleshoot and debug software issues, both independently and as part of a team.
• Adhere to industry standards and best practices for embedded software development.

Skills

Rust

C

C++

Embedded Linux

ARM processors

UART

I2C

RS422

Embedded software

Spacecraft systems

Education

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

Job description

About The Company

At AstroForge, our mission is to make space resources accessible on Earth. We mine asteroids to extract valuable minerals in space at a lower cost and smaller carbon footprint than current terrestrial mining methods. Along the way, we seek to leverage the technologies we build to provide additional value across other domains. We offer a unique opportunity to join an exciting team looking to expand humanity's capabilities in space.

Job Description

AstroForge is thrilled to offer an exceptional opportunity for a skilled Embedded Flight Software Engineer to join our innovative team. The chosen candidate will play a pivotal role in developing and maintaining the software that flies our deep-space missions, allowing us to quickly iterate while ensuring reliability and safety.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain embedded software for microcontroller & embedded Linux systems, ensuring reliability, safety, and performance.


• Write hardware drivers that interface with spacecraft sensors and actuators such as IMUs, reaction wheels, and star trackers.


• Collaborate with the avionics team to integrate software with embedded systems and peripherals.


• Participate in the full software development lifecycle, including design, implementation, testing, and documentation.


• Troubleshoot and debug software issues, both independently and as part of a team.


• Adhere to industry standards and best practices for embedded software development.

Requirements

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


• Experience in embedded software development, preferably in aerospace or a related field.


• Proficiency in programming languages such as Rust, C, or C++.


• Familiarity with ARM processors and embedded Linux.


• Knowledge of communication protocols such as UART, I2C, and RS422.


• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.


• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• 100% paid medical, dental, and life insurance coverage


• Vision and FSA benefits available


• 3 weeks of PTO + 1 week of sick time


• 10 paid holidays


• Retirement savings plan - 401(k), with company match


• Equity on the ground floor of a startup

Salary

• Level II: $140,000 - $175,000


• Level III: $160,000 - $204,500


• Level IV: $200,000 - $228,500

ITAR Requirements

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), you must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Government.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.