Flight Software Engineer I

True Anomaly; Laguna Beach (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

401K

Parental Leave

PTO and paid holidays

Job summary

A leading aerospace technology company is seeking a Flight Software Engineer to join their innovative team. In this role, you'll work on flight computers and integrate complex algorithms for space missions. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 0-2 years of experience with firmware development, specifically in embedded systems. This is an onsite role located in California, offering a competitive salary along with equity and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field required.
• 0-2 years of experience in low-level firmware development.
• Proficient in C/C++, Rust, and Zig.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the software development cycle for flight computers.
• Integrate GNC algorithms with flight software.
• Collaborate with the ground C2 software team.

Skills

Low-level firmware architecture

Embedded RTOS (RTLinux, Azure RTOS)

C/C++, Rust, Zig programming

Safety critical systems experience

Networking protocols (UDP, TCP/IP)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or related field

Tools

Embedded systems tools

Job description

A new space race has begun. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build innovative technology that solves the next generation of engineering, manufacturing, and operational challenges for space security and sustainability.

Our mission: The peaceful use of space is essential for continued prosperity on Earth—from communications and finance to navigation and logistics. True Anomaly builds innovative technology at the intersection of spacecraft, software, and AI to enhance the capabilities of the U.S., its allies, and commercial partners. We safeguard global security by ensuring space access and sustainability for all.

Our values: Be the offset. We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity; What would it take? We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results; It’s the people. Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together.

Your Mission

As a Flight Software Engineer at True Anomaly, you will gain experience at every phase of the spacecraft program including design, analysis, manufacturing, test, and flight. The company culture is one of innovation and speed, so if you are looking for a place that allows you to reach your full potential, this is the job to consider.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the software development cycle including design, development, integration, and test for flight computers used in space missions (on-board computers, processing units and others)
• Integrate complex GNC algorithms with flight software
• Assist with the Command Telemetry Database (CDTB) definition and maintenance for ground and on-orbit test and mission
• Collaborate with the ground C2 software team
• Assist with the effort for command scripting and sequencing of the Spacecraft
• Assist with design and implement satellite subsystem model simulators on HITL/SITL environment
• Develop reusable device drivers/interfaces and communications protocol libraries for flight hardware

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or related field
• 0 to 2 years of experience with low-level firmware architecture, design, and development
• Low-level device driver development and safety critical systems experience
• Experience with embedded RTOS such as RTLinux or Azure RTOS
• Familiarity with common protocols such as Ethernet, SPI, I2C, CAN, RS422, RS485, etc.
• Familiarity with networking protocols: UDP, TCP/IP
• Proficiency in C/C++, Rust, and Zig

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Master’s degree in computer science, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or related field
• 0 - 2 years experience developing and/or producing FSW for space applications
• Ability to maintain or obtain TS/SCI clearance
• Experience with version control, continuous integration, and continuous delivery concepts
• Familiarity with embedded Linux
• Familiarity with networking protocols: UDP, TCP/IP
• Comfortable with typical embedded systems tools, compilers, debuggers, and IDEs
• Broad experience with microcontrollers, application processors, revision control systems
• Strong debugging skills using instrumentation such as oscilloscopes and protocol analyzers
• Application experience in robotics, automation, motor control, and sensor fusion

Compensation

• Colorado Base Salary: $75,000 - $100,000
• California Base Salary: $80,000 - $105,000
• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience.

Additional Requirements

• Work Location — This is an onsite role, candidates based near Denver, CO or Long Beach, CA
• Work environment — the work environment factors that will affect working conditions
• Physical demands — the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving

This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below. #LI-Onsite

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including ITAR, you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual, or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

True Anomaly is committed to equal employment opportunity on any basis protected by applicable state and federal laws. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please let us know.