Senior Flight Software Engineer — Satellite & GNC (Remote)

ALTEN Technology USA; United States; On-site; USD 135,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTEN Technology USA is seeking an experienced engineer to develop satellite flight software for U.S. satellite platforms. This role requires a Bachelor’s degree in STEM and 9+ years of experience in space hardware and flight software systems.

The ideal candidate will have proficiency in C/C++ and a proven track record in GNC algorithms and embedded software development. This position offers competitive salary ranging from $135,000 to $180,000 depending on qualifications and experience.

Remote work options are available, though preferred locations include Denver, CO; Arlington, VA; Merritt Island, FL; and Houston, TX.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 9 years with a Bachelor’s degree, or 7 years with a Master’s degree.
• Proven track record of working with space hardware and flight software systems.
• Insatiable curiosity and a demonstrated ability to learn and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development of new satellite flight software.
• Support development and integration of GNC algorithms.
• Develop in-house tools to analyze flight software performance.

Skills

Proficiency in C/C++

GNC algorithms design

Embedded software development

Real-time operating systems programming

Software safety assurance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Master’s in STEM

Tools

Properitary satellite digital twin software

Hardware in the Loop (HIL) FlatSat

Job description

ALTEN Technology USA is seeking an experienced engineer to develop satellite flight software for U.S. satellite platforms. This role requires a Bachelor’s degree in STEM and 9+ years of experience in space hardware and flight software systems.

The ideal candidate will have proficiency in C/C++ and a proven track record in GNC algorithms and embedded software development. This position offers competitive salary ranging from $135,000 to $180,000 depending on qualifications and experience.

Remote work options are available, though preferred locations include Denver, CO; Arlington, VA; Merritt Island, FL; and Houston, TX.