Senior Flight Software Engineer - Real-Time C++

Firefly Aerospace Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO for exempt employees

Medical, dental, vision insurance

$10k/year towards trade school or college

Employee-ownership with stock bonuses

4% 401(k) matching

Job summary

Firefly Aerospace Inc. is seeking a Senior Flight Software Engineer to design and implement high-reliability software for space vehicles. The role involves developing, testing, and integrating software while collaborating with engineering teams.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Sciences or related fields, 7+ years of experience, and expertise in C++. Join our team for an exciting career in aerospace!

Qualifications

• 7+ years’ experience in a software engineering position, or similar.
• Familiarity with real-time operating systems and Linux.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment with changing needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership to develop, design, test, and integrate flight software.
• Design and maintain high reliability C++ software.
• Support various vehicle testing and operation events.

Skills

C++ Programming

Object-Oriented Design

Python Programming

Real-time Operating Systems

CI/CD Pipelines

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Sciences

Master’s Degree in Computer Sciences

Job description

Firefly Aerospace Inc. is seeking a Senior Flight Software Engineer to design and implement high-reliability software for space vehicles. The role involves developing, testing, and integrating software while collaborating with engineering teams.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Sciences or related fields, 7+ years of experience, and expertise in C++. Join our team for an exciting career in aerospace!