Senior Space Software Architect for Flight & Ground Systems

Outpostspace; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 250,000 - 285,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Annual performance-based bonuses

Equity in the company

Healthcare coverage

Disability coverage and life insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) with company match

Daily lunch stipend

Pet-friendly office

Monthly company events

Job summary

Outpostspace is seeking a Senior Software Architect to design and develop mission-critical software for spacecraft. The role involves collaboration with various engineering disciplines to create efficient solutions across all aspects of spacecraft development.

Candidates should have over 8 years of experience in spacecraft software engineering, particularly in C/C++ development for embedded systems. The position offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of spacecraft software engineering experience.
• Experience with safety or mission-critical systems.
• Hands-on experience with lab equipment.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop all mission software, ensuring architectural ownership.
• Collaborate with GNC, Power, Propulsion, and Thermal disciplines.
• Develop code for onboard sensors and actuators.

Skills

C/C++

Software architecture

GNC integration

Embedded systems

Docker

Git

CMake

GNU tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Tools

Embedded processors

Lab equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers)

Job description

Outpostspace is seeking a Senior Software Architect to design and develop mission-critical software for spacecraft. The role involves collaboration with various engineering disciplines to create efficient solutions across all aspects of spacecraft development.

Candidates should have over 8 years of experience in spacecraft software engineering, particularly in C/C++ development for embedded systems. The position offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.