Senior Embedded Software Engineer - Spaceflight

Voyager Technologies; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Retirement savings

Wellness program

Job summary

Voyager Technologies in San Diego is seeking an embedded software engineer to architect, design and develop software components and APIs for space products. You will create software requirements, prototype in bare metal, Linux, VxWorks and Green Hills, and collaborate with hardware engineers to implement device drivers.

Candidates should have a BS in engineering or computer science, 5+ years in embedded systems (10 years preferred), and experience with ARM, TI‑DSP, PCI/USB, C/C++, and Python.

Qualifications

• BSEE, BSCE, or BSCS degree.
• 5+ years of embedded software development; 10 years preferred.
• Experience with ARM, PowerPC, x86, TI-DSP, 8051, etc.
• Experience with embedded Linux, Linux kernel internals, VxWorks, Green Hills, and cross‑platform development tools.
• Experience with TI's Code Composer Studio is desired.

Responsibilities

• Architect, design, and develop embedded software components and APIs for Voyager Technologies space products.
• Create software requirements and interface specification documents.
• Develop prototype software in environments such as bare metal, Linux, VxWorks and Green Hills.
• Develop high-level test cases and contribute to DevOps pipelines.
• Troubleshoot prototype hardware and firmware; collaborate with hardware engineers on interfaces and drivers.
• Participate in testing and troubleshooting of software; communicate status updates.

Skills

Embedded systems

C/C++

Python

Linux kernel/RTOS

Git/Agile

Education

BSEE/BSCE/BSCS

Tools

Code Composer Studio

VxWorks

Green Hills

SpaceWire

Job description

Voyager is an innovative defense, national security and space technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space.

Forge the Future: Join Voyager Technologies

The future belongs to those who build it. At Voyager Technologies, we’re building technologies that protect lives, expand frontiers and prepare us for what’s next. And we’re doing that with people who are wired to solve, build, adapt and lead. These roles are not for the faint of heart.

You’ll help lay the foundation for humanity's future. Join a culture where innovation thrives, curiosity is rewarded, and impact is real. We’re a company of doers, thinkers and builders, united by purpose and grounded in reality.

If you want to put your skills to work where the stakes are real and the mission is bigger than any one person, forge the future with Voyager.

Job Summary

• Architect, design, and develop embedded software components and Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) for Voyager Technologies space products.
• Create software requirements and interface specification documents.
• Develop prototype software in various embedded environments, such as “bare metal”, Linux, VxWorks and Green Hills.
• Develop high-level test cases in scripting languages and help set up DevOps pipelines.
• Be hands-on and assist in troubleshooting of prototype hardware and firmware
• Collaborate with hardware-engineering team to design hardware-software interfaces for components and design/implement the corresponding device drivers.
• Participate in testing and troubleshooting of software.
• Communicate verbal and written status updates towards project goals

Education, Skills & Experience

• BSEE, BSCE, or BSCS
• 5+ years of experience in software development with emphasis on embedded systems. 10 years preferred.
• Experience with embedded processors/microcontrollers such as ARM, PowerPC, x86, TI-DSP, 8051, etc.
• Experience with embedded Linux, Linux kernel internals, VxWorks, Green Hills, and cross-platform development Tools.
• Experience with Texas Instruments' software development tools (Code Composer) is desired.
• Experience with interface buses/protocols used in embedded systems such as PCI, USB, RS-422/232, SPI, I2C, SpaceWire, Ethernet, CAN, etc.
• Familiarity with low-level programming, particularly in the C or C++ programming languages.
• Familiarity with high-level programming, particularly in the Python programming language and/or other test scripting languages, such as LabView.
• Experience with code repository tools, such as Git, issue tracking and agile development process.
• Experience with DevOps is a plus
• Experience with electronics and firmware programming, such as VHDL, is a plus
• Comfortable working alongside hardware engineers doing board bring-up.
• Familiarity with software-lifecycle processes starting from analysis of customer requirements to software deployment, maintenance and support.
• Familiarity with NASA and/or FAA software safety standards is a plus
• Self-directive person with ability to handle a dynamic work environment.

Security Clearance Requirements

• Must be a US citizen
• Curious, detail oriented, and analytical with a proven ability to learn quickly
• Honest, Respectful and Patient
• Ability and willingness to make an impact
• Demonstrated initiative, drive, and interpersonal skills
• Thrives in a dynamic and fast paced environment

Voyager offers a comprehensive, total compensation package, which includes competitive salary, a discretionary annual bonus plan, paid time off (PTO), a comprehensive health benefit package, retirement savings, wellness program, and various other benefits. When you join our team, you’re not just an employee; you become part of a dynamic community dedicated to innovation and excellence.

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you 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.

Voyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.