Principal Flight Software Engineer, Spacecraft Systems

InnoForge; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading SpaceTech organization seeks a Principal Flight Software Engineer to lead the design and development of mission-critical flight software. This role involves architecting delivery of real-time flight software and mentoring engineers in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates have 7+ years of experience in embedded software, proficiency in C/C++, and a strong understanding of real-time systems. A U.S. Security Clearance is required, making this a unique opportunity to influence space operations.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of embedded or real-time software development for space or aerospace.
• Deep proficiency in C/C++ with understanding of deterministic systems.
• Experience leading full lifecycle development, from concept to operations.

Responsibilities

• Architect and deliver real-time flight software for spacecraft.
• Lead technical design reviews and validation across systems.
• Shape software processes and mentor engineers.
• Support spacecraft-in-the-loop and flight testing.

Skills

Embedded software development

C/C++ programming

Real-time systems

Leadership in software development

Agile methodologies

Job description

A leading SpaceTech organization seeks a Principal Flight Software Engineer to lead the design and development of mission-critical flight software. This role involves architecting delivery of real-time flight software and mentoring engineers in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates have 7+ years of experience in embedded software, proficiency in C/C++, and a strong understanding of real-time systems. A U.S. Security Clearance is required, making this a unique opportunity to influence space operations.