Flight Software Engineer

Stratolaunch, LLC; Mojave (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Stratolaunch, LLC is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer at levels II/Sr/Staff to develop and test flight software for an autonomous hypersonic air-launched vehicle. You will work across the software lifecycle, integrating vehicle management code and subsystem management software with a multidisciplinary team in Mojave, CA.

Responsibilities include implementing software for sensors and effectors, validating through automated tests, and supporting hardware integration and flight tests.

Qualifications

• Experience with real-time embedded software development.
• Experience with serial communications, software test, and computer networking.
• Knowledge of RS422, UDP/TCP.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and test flight software for autonomous hypersonic vehicle systems.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to derive software requirements and solutions.
• Support flight software architecture from concept to implementation.
• Interface with sensors and effectors, and develop related software components.
• Create and execute automated software test processes for verification and validation.
• Assist with lab/bench hardware tests and develop interface documents.
• Support integration of air-launch vehicle systems with carrier aircraft.
• Provide technical guidance within the program.

Skills

Real-time embedded software

Serial communications

Software testing

Computer networking

Security clearance (ability to obtain)

Tools

C++ 2014

Python

VxWorks

FreeRTOS

Linux

Git

Bitbucket

Job description

Stratolaunch is a technology accelerator that engineers operationally realistic testing at Mach 5+. Our air-launched, Talon testbeds are reusable, cost-effective platforms that enable routine access to the hypersonic environment. We deliver flight data critical to validating system performance and achieving rapid technology deployment. Together with our customers, we drive innovations that are imperative to advancing national security.

To help achieve these efforts, Stratolaunch is seeking a level II, Sr., or Staff level Embedded Software Engineer to participate in the development and testing of flight software for an autonomous, air-launched, hypersonic test vehicle. You will contribute to multiple phases of the software development lifecycle and collaborate with other personnel throughout system development, ground test, and flight test. You will integrate the vehicle management system application code in addition to the development of subsystem management code.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and test new flight software in support of advanced rocket-powered air-launch vehicle systems
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand challenges and develop software requirements and solutions
• Support flight software architecture development, both concept and implementation
• Develop software components to interface with and control vehicle sensors and effectors
• Develop and execute automated software test processes in support of software verification and validation
• Support various lab/bench hardware tests with custom software
• Contribute to hardware integration with the development of interface documents
• Support integration of the air-launch vehicle systems with the carrier aircraft
• Perform design and/or analysis to support component development
• Provide technical guidance for projects within the larger program
• Demonstrate honesty, responsibility, integrity, and fulfillment of commitments
• Travel, as needed, to support the department

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Qualifications:

• Must demonstrate the ability to perform the Essential Responsibilities
• Experience with real-time embedded software development
• Experience with serial communications, software test, and computer networking
• Communication standards and protocols e.g. RS422, UDP/TCP
• Ability to quickly adapt to changing priorities
• Ability to work on your own initiative, prioritize tasking, and coordinate with VMS lead to accomplish VMS goals
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

Required Computer Skills:

• C++ 2014 and Python programming languages
• Real-time operating systems (VxWorks, FreeRTOS, Linux, etc.)
• Proficient in version control tools (Git, Bitbucket, etc.)