Senior Flight Software Engineer — On‑Orbit RTOS/Embedded Linux

Rocketlab; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Onsite gym

Flexible spending accounts

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Rocketlab is seeking a Senior Flight Software Engineer in Long Beach, CA. You will play a key role in developing flight software for space systems. Your work will directly impact space exploration, using your skills in C/C++ and embedded software development.

Candidates with active security clearance and a strong technical background are encouraged to apply. This role offers a salary range of $120,000 – $190,000 and a robust benefits package, including medical, dental, vision coverage, and paid leave.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of demonstrated experience in embedded software development.
• Active Secret security clearance OR ability to obtain one.
• U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop application software to run in RTOS or embedded Linux.
• Develop hardware drivers for spacecraft sensors and actuators.
• Collaborate with test engineers to verify software functionality.

Skills

C and C++ proficiency

Embedded software development

Real Time Operating Systems (RTOS)

Active Secret security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, computer science or equivalent

Job description

Rocketlab is seeking a Senior Flight Software Engineer in Long Beach, CA. You will play a key role in developing flight software for space systems. Your work will directly impact space exploration, using your skills in C/C++ and embedded software development.

Candidates with active security clearance and a strong technical background are encouraged to apply. This role offers a salary range of $120,000 – $190,000 and a robust benefits package, including medical, dental, vision coverage, and paid leave.