Senior Spacecraft Flight Computing Engineer (Remote)

The Exploration Company; California (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Opportunities for technical growth

Relocation assistance

Job summary

The Exploration Company is seeking a Spacecraft Flight Computing Engineer to develop and operate Nyx, a modular space vehicle. You will design and maintain embedded computing systems and develop fault-tolerant techniques. This role requires a Bachelor's or Master's in related fields and proficiency in C/C++, Python, and IP networking. Experience with radiation effects is essential. Join us to work with leading minds in aerospace and contribute to mission-critical spacecraft systems. Remote work is supported, and relocation assistance is available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Strong proficiency in C/C++ and Python for embedded software development.
• Hands-on experience with real-time systems and Linux-based embedded computing.
• Practical expertise in fault-tolerant computing methods.
• Knowledge of IP networking protocols with experience implementing TSN and PTP.
• Understanding of radiation effects on electronics and software.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain real-time embedded computing systems for spacecraft avionics.
• Apply fault-tolerant computing techniques to ensure reliable operation in radiation environments.
• Develop and optimize RTOS and Linux-based real-time operating environments.
• Conduct system integration and hardware/software debugging.

Skills

C/C++ programming

Python programming

Fault-tolerant computing

Embedded systems

IP networking

Radiation effects management

FPGA development

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering or related field

Tools

Altium Designer

Linux

RTOS

Job description

The Exploration Company is seeking a Spacecraft Flight Computing Engineer to develop and operate Nyx, a modular space vehicle. You will design and maintain embedded computing systems and develop fault-tolerant techniques. This role requires a Bachelor's or Master's in related fields and proficiency in C/C++, Python, and IP networking. Experience with radiation effects is essential. Join us to work with leading minds in aerospace and contribute to mission-critical spacecraft systems. Remote work is supported, and relocation assistance is available.