Principal Software Engineer

Argotec INC; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive pay

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with 100% match up to 8%

Life insurance

3 weeks paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Argotec INC is seeking a Principal Software Engineer in the US office to define, develop and test software for space computing systems, reporting to the CTO. You will work with Argotec’s Italy-based teams and influence avionics design and subsystem specifications.

Ideal candidates bring extensive multi-disciplinary design experience, strong communications, and a background in OBC/PCDU development, FPGA, EMI/EMC, and embedded controllers, with a passion for space missions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Science, Engineering, or related STEM field with 14+ years of engineering experience.
• US Citizenship or US Permanent Residency.
• Excellent written and oral communications.

Responsibilities

• Define, develop, and test software for space computing systems.
• Support avionics and electrical system proposals and testing.
• Assess performance, design trades, and evaluate system effectiveness.
• Review schematics, layouts, and manufacturing specs; define hardware architectures.
• Develop and manage subsystem specifications; perform validation via analysis and simulations.
• Provide support to Argotec’s global design teams and units.

Skills

Team player

Multi-disciplinary design

Space systems experience

OBCs/PCDUs

Analog electronics

Digital electronics

Power electronics

PCB layout

FPGA design

EMC/EMI design

Embedded microcontrollers

Problem solving

Documentation & testing

Education

Bachelor of Science in Science/Engineering

Tools

Altium Designer

RF electronics

Job description

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

As a Principal Software Engineer in the US office, you will report to the Chief Technology Officer and will support Argotec’s global Software Design teams. Support includes defining, developing, and testing software for innovative space computing systems and exciting missions.

In this position, you will have the opportunity to work independently and autonomously while being backed by the support of an experienced multi-functional team from Argotec’s headquarters in Italy.

Specific Duties Include (but are not limited to):

• Proposal support for Avionics and Electrical systems
• Assessing system performance, designing trades, and evaluating system effectiveness
• Review of electrical schematics, layout, and manufacturing specifications
• Definition of board-level hardware architectures and EEE parts selection
• Definition and execution of Avionics testing
• Development and management of subsystem specifications
• Preliminary subsystem/component validation through analysis and simulations
• Support to other company’s Units

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor of Science degree in Science, Engineering, or other related STEM discipline and typically 14 or more years of Engineering or relevant experience (relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of education)
• US Citizenship or US Permanent Residency
• Excellent written and oral communications

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

• Team player and a “Do what it takes” attitude
• Progressive experience working in multi-disciplinary design and development teams
• Strong background in any of the following areas Developing space systems, including OBCs and PCDUs Analog, digital, and power electronics Complex PCB layout design Designing FPGA devices Designing for EMC/EMI Great problem-solving skills.

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Background in the Space or Defense Very good knowledge of the space standards (CCSDS, ECSS, MIL etc.) Extensive knowledge of laboratory instruments Ability to establish and track Key Performance Indicators (KPI) Proficiency in Altium Designer Knowledge of RF electronic devices Experience in programming embedded micro-controllers/processors Experience in scheduling and coordinating activities for avionics projects

IMPORTANT NOTICE

To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.

ARGOTEC OFFERS

• Annual incentive pay is based upon performance and commensurate with the level of the position.
• Generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 100% match up to 8%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, this announcement is aimed at both sexes, under laws 903/77 and 125/91, and to people of all ages and all nationalities, under legislative decrees 215/03 and 216/03. Argotec is committed to fostering an inclusive, accepting, and diverse environment free of discrimination based on race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Argotec is an Italian aerospace company specializing in the production of small satellite platforms (from 6U Cubesats up to +250kg-platforms) and innovative products to improve the comfort of space explorers. Thanks to its facilities and know-how, the company's activities follow the "all in-house" concept, which includes design, development, integration, qualification, and operational services.

At Argotec, we’re not just building satellites; we’re shaping the future of space innovation.

Our selection process is tailored to each role and includes at least a call with our Talent Acquisition Team, a technical evaluation and a final in-person meeting. Your recruiter will share more insights during your first meeting with us!