Embedded Spacecraft Payload Engineer - Python & Linux

HawkEye 360; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Benefits package

Job summary

HawkEye 360 is seeking a curious, hands-on engineer to work directly with spacecraft hardware and software. You will configure payload hardware for spacecraft integration, run and troubleshoot software-driven tests, and support lab systems and flatsats for development through launch and on-orbit operations.

A strong foundation in Python and Linux is essential, with a hands-on problem-solving mindset and eagerness to learn new technologies in a hardware-rich environment.

Qualifications

• B.S. in EE/CE/CS or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of relevant engineering experience.
• Strong Python and Linux skills.
• Experience with embedded/electronic systems.
• Familiarity with CAN, SPI, I2C, UART, or Ethernet interfaces.
• Hands-on hardware troubleshooting and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Configure and prepare payload hardware and software for spacecraft integration, including programming and flashing embedded devices.
• Run and troubleshoot software-driven tests on flight and lab hardware.
• Maintain and troubleshoot payload flatsats, GSE, and lab test setups.
• Investigate hardware and software issues using logs, telemetry, schematics, and lab equipment.
• Work across engineering teams to diagnose problems and drive them to resolution.
• Develop and improve test tools, automation, and lab capabilities as you learn the system.

Skills

Python

Linux

Embedded systems

CAN/SPI/I2C/UART/Ethernet

Troubleshooting

Hands-on hardware

C/C++

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering/Computer Engineering/Computer Science

Tools

Git

CI/CD

Embedded Linux

FPGA

Job description

HawkEye 360 is seeking a curious, hands-on engineer to work directly with spacecraft hardware and software. You will configure payload hardware for spacecraft integration, run and troubleshoot software-driven tests, and support lab systems and flatsats for development through launch and on-orbit operations.

A strong foundation in Python and Linux is essential, with a hands-on problem-solving mindset and eagerness to learn new technologies in a hardware-rich environment.