Flight Software Engineer, Satellite Systems - Equity Eligible

Apex - Spacecraft Manufacturing; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 185,000 - 215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% company-paid healthcare

Comprehensive PTO package

Daily catered lunch

Equity in the company

Competitive 401(k) plan

Job summary

A leading spacecraft manufacturer in Los Angeles seeks a Flight Software Engineer to design and develop mission-critical software for satellite buses. The role involves collaborating with teams to ensure reliable operation of systems and requirements gathering. Ideal candidates should have at least 6 years of experience in flight software, strong programming skills in Python, C++, and Rust, and familiarity with real-time systems. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of total flight software experience.
• U.S. Person status is required.
• Strong proficiency in programming languages.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement software applications for satellite systems.
• Support commissioning of spacecraft during launch.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on product requirements.

Skills

Python

C++

Rust

Real-time systems

Embedded Linux

Network protocols

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Yocto

CCSDS

Protobuf

Job description

A leading spacecraft manufacturer in Los Angeles seeks a Flight Software Engineer to design and develop mission-critical software for satellite buses. The role involves collaborating with teams to ensure reliable operation of systems and requirements gathering. Ideal candidates should have at least 6 years of experience in flight software, strong programming skills in Python, C++, and Rust, and familiarity with real-time systems. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits in a dynamic work environment.