Flight Software Engineer I (New Grad)

True Anomaly, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

True Anomaly, Inc. is seeking a Flight Software Engineer to contribute across design, analysis, manufacturing, test, and flight of space systems. This role offers exposure to autonomous spacecraft, mission software, and space-based interceptors — a fast-paced culture.

This is a 3-month temporary engagement with potential conversion to regular employment based on performance and business need. Onsite work; candidates near Denver, CO or Long Beach, CA preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/EE/CE or related field.
• 0–2 years of experience with low-level firmware architecture, design and development.
• Experience with embedded RTOS and common protocols.
• Proficiency in C/C++, Rust, and Zig.
• Knowledge of Ethernet, SPI, I2C, CAN, RS422/RS485; UDP/TCP/IP.
• Familiarity with embedded Linux and version control/CI/CD.

Responsibilities

• Assist in design, development, integration, and test for flight computers.
• Integrate GNC algorithms with flight software.
• Define and maintain Command Telemetry Database (CDTB) for ground/test.
• Collaborate with ground C2 software team.
• Assist with command scripting and sequencing of the spacecraft.
• Develop satellite subsystem model simulators in HITL/SITL.
• Develop reusable device drivers and communication protocol libraries.

Skills

Low-level firmware

Embedded RTOS

Networking protocols

C/C++, Rust, Zig

Embedded Linux

TS/SCI eligibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/EE/CE

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Version control systems

CI/CD concepts/tools

Debuggers/IDEs

Oscilloscopes/Protocol analyzers

Job description

Space is a warfighting domain. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build the technology that secures it.

OUR MISSION

True Anomaly delivers decisive capabilities for space superiority. We build autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors — enabling the U.S. and its Allies to secure the space environment and counter threats from the ultimate high ground.

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.

This is a 3 month temporary employment engagement. There is potential to convert to regular employment based on performance and business need.

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 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
• Demonstrated experience and discipline 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 through use of instrumentation such as oscilloscopes and protocol analyzers
• Application experience in areas such as robotics, automation, motor control, and sensor fusion

COMPENSATION

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work Location—This is an onsite role, we are seeking candidates based near Denver, CO or Long Beach, CA.
• Work environment—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
• Physical demands—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.

This position will be open until it is successfully filled.

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 do not hesitate to let us.

As set forth in True Anomaly’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.