Senior Flight Software Lead - Embedded Linux for Spacecraft

NewSpace Technical; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 155,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity opportunity

Paid Time Off

Job summary

New Space Technical is seeking a Senior Flight Software Engineer to lead the embedded Linux platform powering mission-critical onboard computing systems.

You will own the low-level flight software stack, including the kernel, boot chain and BSP, for ARM-based embedded platforms used in next-generation space missions. Strong C and device-tree skills are essential, along with experience in OTA updates and high-reliability systems.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of embedded Linux software experience at kernel, driver or BSP level.
• Deep understanding of Linux kernel, boot process and embedded architecture.
• Experience configuring device trees and hardware interfaces for ARM-based platforms.
• Strong experience with serial, CAN and Ethernet interfaces.
• 5+ years of professional C programming experience.
• Degree in CS/CE or equivalent industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Own and develop the embedded Linux flight software platform including kernel, boot chain, BSP and device drivers.
• Develop and extend BSPs for ARM-based embedded computing platforms.
• Configure and manage device trees, pin multiplexing and hardware interfaces.
• Develop interface software for CAN, RS-485, USB, CSI and Ethernet devices.
• Design and maintain secure OTA software update capabilities.
• Develop fault detection, recovery and system monitoring features.

Skills

Embedded Linux kernel

C programming

Device trees

ARM platforms

CAN and Ethernet interfaces

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering or related field

Tools

NVIDIA Jetson

ZFS

Job description

New Space Technical is seeking a Senior Flight Software Engineer to lead the embedded Linux platform powering mission-critical onboard computing systems.

You will own the low-level flight software stack, including the kernel, boot chain and BSP, for ARM-based embedded platforms used in next-generation space missions. Strong C and device-tree skills are essential, along with experience in OTA updates and high-reliability systems.