Senior Flight Software Engineer — Real-time Spacecraft

Apex Technology, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); Remote; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity in Apex

100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision

15-20+ days vacation plus holidays

Competitive 401(k) plan with matching

8 weeks paid parental leave

Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks

Monthly office socials and activities

Dream desk setup and tools

World-class office environment

Job summary

Apex Technology, Inc. is seeking a Flight Software Engineer in Los Angeles to design and develop software for autonomous operation of satellite buses. This role involves ensuring reliable software operation around the clock, as well as collaborating with both internal teams and customers.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years of experience in flight software, a strong programming background, and proficiency with real-time systems. Full-time employees enjoy comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of total flight software experience.
• Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C++, Rust.
• Experience with software integration, testing, and validation for real-time systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement and own mission critical software applications for satellite systems.
• Support commissioning of spacecraft during launch and early operations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to baseline product requirements.

Skills

Programming languages: Python, C++, Rust

Real-time systems on distributed hardware

Embedded Linux operating systems

Satellite systems and protocols

Network protocols (TCP/IP, UDP)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS, EE or equivalent

Tools

Yocto

Job description

Apex Technology, Inc. is seeking a Flight Software Engineer in Los Angeles to design and develop software for autonomous operation of satellite buses. This role involves ensuring reliable software operation around the clock, as well as collaborating with both internal teams and customers.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years of experience in flight software, a strong programming background, and proficiency with real-time systems. Full-time employees enjoy comprehensive benefits.