Flight Software Engineer I - Real-Time Space Systems

Rocket Lab Corp.; Littleton, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket Lab Corp. in Littleton, CO is seeking a Flight Software Engineer I to contribute to the development of flight software for Space Systems programs. You will participate in all stages from requirements through coding and testing, with on-orbit validation possible in weeks rather than years.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in a relevant field, hands-on embedded software experience, and strong C/C++ skills. Familiarity with RTOS or Embedded Linux is required; U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant engineering/computer science field.
• Experience with embedded software development.
• Proficiency in C and C++ languages.
• U.S. citizenship required for program work.
• Nice-to-have: security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop flight software for spacecraft systems.
• Work with RTOS/Embedded Linux environments.
• Develop and maintain hardware drivers for sensors.
• Support on-orbit testing and flight operations.
• Collaborate with systems and hardware teams.

Skills

Embedded software development

C/C++ programming

RTOS / Embedded Linux

Space industry knowledge

U.S. citizenship

Education

Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, or equivalent technical degree

Tools

RTOS

Embedded Linux

Job description

Rocket Lab Corp. in Littleton, CO is seeking a Flight Software Engineer I to contribute to the development of flight software for Space Systems programs. You will participate in all stages from requirements through coding and testing, with on-orbit validation possible in weeks rather than years.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in a relevant field, hands-on embedded software experience, and strong C/C++ skills. Familiarity with RTOS or Embedded Linux is required; U.S.