Remote Satellite Software Product Assurance Engineer

constellr; Germany (OH); Hybrid; USD 91,344 - 125,599; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

VSOP

Flexible work setup

Job summary

constellr is seeking a proactive, detail-driven team member for the Product and Quality Assurance (PQA) team with a strong focus on Flight Software Product Assurance. You’ll ensure the quality, safety, and reliability of flight and ground software across our satellite constellation, working at the intersection of engineering, quality, and operations in a fast-moving space environment.

You’ll define and maintain software quality standards, balance structured processes with rapid development

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics or related field.
• Proven Flight Software Product Assurance experience in the space industry.
• Strong knowledge of software testing, verification, and validation in safety-critical environments.
• Experience with embedded flight software for satellites or payload systems (FDIR experience helpful).
• Proficiency with software configuration management tools and processes.
• Familiarity with ECSS standards, especially ECSS-Q-ST-80C and ECSS-E-ST-40C.
• Excellent written and spoken English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain a robust Software Product Assurance programme reporting to the Product Assurance Manager.
• Take end-to-end ownership of Software Product Assurance across flight and ground software for the satellite constellation.
• Define and oversee software testing, verification, and validation strategies across all development and delivery phases.
• Coordinate and lead software deliveries from suppliers, ensuring alignment with internal standards and quality expectations.
• Support Spacecraft AIT activities to ensure software readiness and compliance at every stage.

Skills

Flight SW PA

Software V&V

ECSS standards

Config management

English comms

Education

Engineering or CS

Job description

constellr is seeking a proactive, detail-driven team member for the Product and Quality Assurance (PQA) team with a strong focus on Flight Software Product Assurance. You’ll ensure the quality, safety, and reliability of flight and ground software across our satellite constellation, working at the intersection of engineering, quality, and operations in a fast-moving space environment.

You’ll define and maintain software quality standards, balance structured processes with rapid development