Senior Flight Software Engineer - Spacecraft (C++, RTOS)

Firefly Aerospace; Leander (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Parental leave

Relocation assistance

Educational reimbursement

Short-term disability

Flexible PTO

Job summary

Firefly Aerospace seeks an Aerospace Software Engineer to design, test, and integrate flight software for launch vehicles and spacecraft. You will work in a small, collaborative team through all stages of development and deployment.

The role emphasizes C++ excellence, real-time systems, and Python tooling, with opportunities to influence software across missions and tests. On-site in Texas with competitive benefits and ITAR compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• Strong understanding of Object-Oriented design and C++ programming.
• Experience: 7+ years in software engineering or related role.
• Familiarity with real-time operating systems, Linux, and software development practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Flight Software Team to develop, design, test, and integrate flight software for Firefly vehicles.
• Design, implement, and maintain high-reliability C++ software.
• Collaborate with other engineering groups to ensure program success.
• Adhere to the group’s processes, procedures, and best practices.

Skills

C++

Object-Oriented Design

Real-time OS

Linux

Python

Team collaboration

Communication skills

CI/CD pipelines

Education

Bachelor's Degree in CS/Software Engineering

Master's Degree (preferred)

Tools

CI/CD tooling

Job description

Firefly Aerospace seeks an Aerospace Software Engineer to design, test, and integrate flight software for launch vehicles and spacecraft. You will work in a small, collaborative team through all stages of development and deployment.

The role emphasizes C++ excellence, real-time systems, and Python tooling, with opportunities to influence software across missions and tests. On-site in Texas with competitive benefits and ITAR compliance.