Flight Software Engineer: 3-Month Development Program

Space Kinetic Corp.; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Space Kinetic Corp. in El Segundo, CA is seeking graduates and early-career engineers to contribute to flight software development, integration, and testing for our dual-use space systems.

You will collaborate with software, hardware, and systems teams to advance a new space-architecture program. The role emphasizes hands-on learning, mentorship, and progression toward greater responsibility as you gain experience across engineering disciplines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in a technical discipline relevant to software engineering.
• Strong programming fundamentals in OOP languages (C++, C#, Java).
• Experience with Git and collaborative development workflows.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced startup environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the development, integration, and testing of Space Kinetic’s flight software.
• Collaborate across software, electrical, mechanical, and controls teams as experience grows.
• Take increasing responsibility for software development, hardware integration, and system problem solving.

Skills

C++

C#

Java

OOP programming

Multithreading

Education

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

Master's degree or related field (advantage)

Tools

Git

Linux

Job description

Space Kinetic Corp. in El Segundo, CA is seeking graduates and early-career engineers to contribute to flight software development, integration, and testing for our dual-use space systems.

You will collaborate with software, hardware, and systems teams to advance a new space-architecture program. The role emphasizes hands-on learning, mentorship, and progression toward greater responsibility as you gain experience across engineering disciplines.