Flight Software Manager, Lunar Lander | Equity & PTO

Firefly Aerospace Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid maternity leave

Educational reimbursement

Employee stock bonuses

Job summary

Firefly Aerospace Inc. in Austin, Texas is seeking a Blue Ghost Flight Software Manager to lead a team developing software for lunar landers. This role involves overseeing technical operations, staffing, and ensuring mission-ready software through integration and verification processes.

The ideal candidate will have 10+ years in software development with a strong background in embedded systems, leadership skills, and excellent communication abilities. Firefly offers competitive benefits including unlimited PTO and robust health insurance plans.

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience developing mission-critical software.
• Proven ability to manage, mentor, and develop technical teams.
• Strong understanding of embedded systems and software architecture.

Responsibilities

• Lead the flight software team for lunar lander development.
• Manage staffing, performance evaluations, and career development.
• Set objectives and manage software execution across all phases.

Skills

Embedded software development

Technical team leadership

C/C++ programming

Real-time systems

Communication skills

Mentorship

Software verification

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant technical field

Advanced degree in technical field

Tools

Python

CMake

GitLab CI

Job description

Firefly Aerospace Inc. in Austin, Texas is seeking a Blue Ghost Flight Software Manager to lead a team developing software for lunar landers. This role involves overseeing technical operations, staffing, and ensuring mission-ready software through integration and verification processes.

The ideal candidate will have 10+ years in software development with a strong background in embedded systems, leadership skills, and excellent communication abilities. Firefly offers competitive benefits including unlimited PTO and robust health insurance plans.