Embedded Flight Software Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid medical, dental, and life

Vision and FSA benefits

3 weeks PTO + 1 week sick

10 paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Equity on the ground floor

Job summary

AstroForge Inc. is seeking an Embedded Flight Software Engineer to develop and maintain software for deep-space mission controllers, ensuring reliability and safety through iterative design and thorough testing.

You will write drivers interfacing with spacecraft sensors and actuators, collaborate with the avionics team, and participate in the full lifecycle from design to documentation in a fast-paced startup environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Experience in embedded software development, preferably in aerospace or related field.
• Proficiency in Rust, C, or C++.
• Familiarity with ARM processors and embedded Linux.
• Knowledge of UART, I2C, RS-422.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain embedded software for microcontroller and embedded Linux systems, ensuring reliability and safety.
• Write hardware drivers interfacing with spacecraft sensors and actuators (IMUs, reaction wheels, star trackers).
• Collaborate with avionics team to integrate software with embedded systems and peripherals.
• Participate in full software development lifecycle: design, implementation, testing, documentation.
• Troubleshoot and debug software issues independently and in teams.
• Adhere to industry standards and best practices for embedded software development.

Skills

Rust

C

C++

Embedded Linux

ARM processors

UART

I2C

RS-422

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering

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. 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

Pay Range

• Level 2: $140,000 - $175,000
• Level 3: $160,000 - $204,500
• Level 4: $200,000 - $228,500
• Equity on the ground floor of a startup

ITAR Requirements

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S.,protected individual as defined by ITAR (22 CFR §120.15) or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

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.