Flight Software Engineer

Position Overview

Location: Remote - US
Compensation: $120k-$200k base

We’re seeking a Senior Flight Software Engineer to build and evolve embedded software that enables advanced on-orbit sensing and autonomous spacecraft behavior. This role focuses on delivering robust flight software that supports payload operations, on-board data handling, and independent decision-making in space environments.

You’ll play a key role in shaping software architecture, supporting mission execution, and ensuring flight readiness across development, test, and operational phases.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and support flight software running on spacecraft hardware
• Implement onboard autonomy features, including decision-making and fault response
• Collaborate across systems, hardware, and operations teams to support mission execution
• Verify and validate software using simulation and hardware-in-the-loop environments
• Contribute to flight software and autonomy architecture within mission and system constraints
• Support mission readiness and post-launch activities, including commissioning and anomaly resolution

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience developing software for spacecraft or safety-critical embedded systems
• Strong C++ skills and experience with real-time operating systems
• Background in spacecraft operations, control systems, or autonomous behavior
• Experience applying structured verification and validation practices
• Eligible to obtain a U.S. security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience across the full spacecraft lifecycle, including on-orbit operations
• Familiarity with fault-tolerant software architectures
• Exposure to autonomy algorithms such as estimation, planning, or AI-driven decision-making
• Experience with Python or similar languages for analysis or tooling
• Familiarity with spacecraft communications interfaces

Benefits & Perks

• Unlimited PTO
• Paid Paternal/Maternal Leave
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• 401k Matching
• Health Saving Accounts
• Wellness Budget
• Education Reimbursement