Spaceflight Software Engineer - Embedded Systems (C++)

Vardaspace; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 131,000 - 184,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible PTO policy + 12 paid holidays

100% company-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with 6% employer match

Fully stocked kitchen with lunch and dinner provided

Dog-friendly office space

Job summary

Vardaspace is seeking a skilled developer for their Flight Software team based in El Segundo, California. The role includes developing reliable flight software that governs spacecraft operations, requiring expertise in C++. A Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years experience in safety-critical software are essential.

The position offers a salary range of $131,000 - $184,000 and a full suite of health, wellness, and financial benefits.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in development of spacecraft or similar safety critical software.
• Strong understanding of C++ language concepts.
• Experience with real-time embedded systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop reliable flight software to operate spacecraft throughout the mission.
• Write structured software for embedded processors.
• Ensure software quality through testing and validation.

Skills

C++ development

Problem-solving

Software testing and verification

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, math, physics, or engineering

Tools

RTOS

Linux

Job description

Vardaspace is seeking a skilled developer for their Flight Software team based in El Segundo, California. The role includes developing reliable flight software that governs spacecraft operations, requiring expertise in C++. A Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years experience in safety-critical software are essential.

The position offers a salary range of $131,000 - $184,000 and a full suite of health, wellness, and financial benefits.