Senior Spaceflight Software Engineer – Flight Systems

K2 Space Corporation; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Life insurance

Paid parental leave

Job summary

K2 Space Corporation in Seattle is seeking a software engineer to develop and verify software for powerful spacecraft. You will write mission-critical code that controls propulsion, attitude, and power systems. Expect to create software architecture and work on large spacecraft performance in demanding missions.

The position requires expertise in Rust, C++, and software development, whether through education or experience. A generous salary range of $160,000 to $200,000 plus equity is offered, along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in Rust, C/C++, Python, VHDL, SystemVerilog.

Responsibilities

• Create software for real-time control of a 20 kW+ spacecraft.
• Develop applications for propulsion, guidance, thermal, and power systems.
• Design state machines for robust operation of spacecraft.
• Analyze data and resolve software issues.
• Support integration and testing of spacecraft.

Skills

Rust

C++

Python

VHDL

SystemVerilog

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, math, or STEM discipline

5+ years of professional experience in software engineering

Job description

K2 Space Corporation in Seattle is seeking a software engineer to develop and verify software for powerful spacecraft. You will write mission-critical code that controls propulsion, attitude, and power systems. Expect to create software architecture and work on large spacecraft performance in demanding missions.

The position requires expertise in Rust, C++, and software development, whether through education or experience. A generous salary range of $160,000 to $200,000 plus equity is offered, along with comprehensive benefits.