Flight Software Architect — Space Systems (Equity)

InnoForge; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful equity

Multi-year funding

Real ownership and impact

Job summary

A leading space technology company is looking for a Principal Flight Software Engineer to design and develop mission-critical flight software. You will architect real-time systems for a unique space-based project that impacts future capabilities in space operations. The ideal candidate should have at least 7 years of experience with embedded software, particularly in aerospace or defense, and a strong background in C/C++. This full-time role offers meaningful equity and the chance to shape a pioneering system in the defense sector.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in embedded or real-time software development.
• Experience with mission-critical systems in aerospace or defense.
• Ability to work in fast-paced, ambiguous environments.

Responsibilities

• Architect and implement real-time flight software.
• Lead design reviews and system-level performance.
• Support testing in hardware-in-the-loop environments.

Skills

Embedded software development

C/C++ proficiency

Real-time system knowledge

Guidance, navigation & control

Fault management

Job description

A leading space technology company is looking for a Principal Flight Software Engineer to design and develop mission-critical flight software. You will architect real-time systems for a unique space-based project that impacts future capabilities in space operations. The ideal candidate should have at least 7 years of experience with embedded software, particularly in aerospace or defense, and a strong background in C/C++. This full-time role offers meaningful equity and the chance to shape a pioneering system in the defense sector.