Senior Spacecraft Flight Software Engineer

K2 Space Corporation; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 200,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package including medical coverage

Paid parental leave

Equity in the company

Job summary

K2 Space Corporation in Los Angeles is seeking a software engineer to develop and verify critical software for spacecraft systems. You'll create core pieces of software architecture ensuring reliable operation of propulsion, attitude control, and power systems.

Ideal candidates have experience with Rust, C++, Python, and are passionate about aerospace software development. This role encourages growth in diverse software development areas.

The position offers an attractive salary range of $200,000 - $240,000 along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, math, or a STEM discipline.
• 10+ years of professional experience in software engineering.
• Development experience in Rust, C/C++, Python, VHDL, SystemVerilog.

Responsibilities

• Create software architecture for real-time, fault-tolerant control.
• Develop applications for spacecraft subsystems including propulsion and communication.
• Design and implement state machines for spacecraft operation.
• Perform data analysis to identify and resolve bugs.
• Support integration and testing of spacecraft subsystems.

Skills

Rust

C++

Python

VHDL

SystemVerilog

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or 10+ years of professional experience

Job description

K2 Space Corporation in Los Angeles is seeking a software engineer to develop and verify critical software for spacecraft systems. You'll create core pieces of software architecture ensuring reliable operation of propulsion, attitude control, and power systems.

Ideal candidates have experience with Rust, C++, Python, and are passionate about aerospace software development. This role encourages growth in diverse software development areas.

The position offers an attractive salary range of $200,000 - $240,000 along with a comprehensive benefits package.