Flight Software Engineer
Astrion
Job Description
Job Description
Overview
Flight Software Engineer
LOCATION: Hybrid (Kirtland AFB, NM), Remote U.S. eligible
JOB STATUS: Full-time
CLEARANCE: U.S. Citizenship, DoD Secret Clearance
TRAVEL: 10% (if remote)
Astrion is seeking a Flight Software Engineer to support small satellite flight software development for the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) at Kirtland Air Force Base.
This engineer will contribute to the design, development, and testing of satellite bus software supporting experimental and research missions. The role is ideal for a mid- to senior-level software engineer with experience developing embedded or flight software for spacecraft or other real-time systems.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
Education:
Bachelor of Science in one of the following or a related technical field:
- Software Engineering
- Computer Science
- Electrical Engineering
- Aerospace Engineering
- Minimum 5+ years of professional software development experience
- Experience developing embedded or flight software in C or C++
- Experience with satellite bus or payload software development
- Familiarity with spacecraft subsystems and interfaces (power, communications, command and data handling, ADCS, etc.)
- Experience working with real-time operating systems
- Experience with hardware/software integration or low-level driver development
- Experience with scripting languages such as Python, Perl, or similar
- Strong problem-solving and debugging skills
- Ability to produce secure, maintainable, high-quality code
- Comfortable working in small, agile engineering teams
- Effective communicator with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Self-directed and adaptable in a research and development environment
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
- Experience with the VxWorks real-time operating system
- Experience with other embedded real-time systems such as RTEMS
Vacancy posted 23 days ago
Similar jobs that could be interesting for youBased on the Flight Software Engineer in Washington DC vacancy
$108k - $140k
...Will Do: You will build onboard autonomy software for collaborative airborne strike... ...weapons that communicate with one another in flight so a salvo can share situational awareness... .... Working with multidisciplinary engineering teams, you will develop planning, decision...SuggestedFull timeWork at officeImmediate startCoAspire
Washington DC4 days ago- ...to provide spacecraft navigation expertise in support of NASA’s Flight Dynamics Facility (FDF). This facility provides operational... ...part of a cross-functional team of spacecraft flight dynamics engineers Some travel may be required. Occasional off-hours support will...SuggestedFull timeWork at officeRemote work
Omitron, Inc.
Greenbelt, MDmore than 2 months ago $191k - $253k
...Maritime Division has assembled a diverse team of experts in software robotics artificial intelligence sensor fusion and data analysis... ...of defense capability. About the Job Senior Software Engineers independently drive the delivery of a variety of embedded and/...SuggestedFull timeWork experience placementImmediate startRemote workFlexible hours- ...Recruitment Partner: EVONA ABOUT COMPANY EVONA is partnering with an innovative space company seeking a Mechanisms Flight Engineer to support spacecraft deployment systems, integration, testing, and flight operations. The Role You’ll work hands-on...SuggestedFull time
EVONA
Lanham, MD21 hours ago - ...commercial and government applications. Our engineers and space scientists are on a mission to... ....Position Overview:The Mechanisms Flight Engineer is responsible for the verification... ...control of flat sat hardware, software, and testbed builds to ensure accurate representation...SuggestedWork at officeNight shift
AST SpaceMobile
Lanham, MD1 day ago $120k - $190k
...DISPLAY/GRAPHICS SOFTWARE ENGINEER - Redmond, WA - $120,000-$190,000/year Don’t just write code. Bring the screen to life. There’s something satisfying about seeing a product light up and knowing your work made it happen. At Sigma Connectivity, you’ll help build...Full timeProven Recruiting
Washington DC4 days ago$100k - $170k
...Artly AI | Seattle, WA | Full-time | On-site Artly AI builds robots and the software that makes them useful in the real world. We are looking for a Full Stack Software Engineer who can independently build, ship, and operate reliable software—and who has clear evidence...Full timeLocal areaArtly
Washington DC4 days ago- ...Our client is building software that helps engineering and manufacturing teams design, build, and manage complex hardware more efficiently. They’re looking for a Senior Full-Stack Software Engineer with a strong frontend focus to help expand and improve a growing SaaS...Contract workRemote work
West500 Partners
Washington DC1 day ago - ...Software Engineer – Data Pipelines / ML Infrastructure Location: Redmond, WA Schedule: On-site 5 days/week Experience: 5+ years required Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field required Position Overview Looking for a Software...Full time
Insight Global
Washington DC4 days ago $112.8k - $257k
Full Stack Software Engineer, SeniorThe Opportunity: As a lead software engineer, you can resolve a problem with a complete end-to-end solution in a fast, agile environment. If you’re looking for the chance to not just develop software, but to create a system that will...Full timeContract workPart timeWork at officeLocal areaRemote workBooz Allen Hamilton
Laurel, MD2 days ago$131k - $218.3k
Position Summary Our AI & Engineering team helps transform technology platforms, drive innovation, and deliver meaningful impact... ...ventures, and fuel growth through innovation.Work you'll doAs a Software Engineer III on the Engineering as a Service team, you will be...Temporary workLocal areaFlexible hoursDeloitte
Rosslyn, VA1 day ago$121k - $206k
...matter to you. Role SummaryYou’ll join a team of experienced engineers working on systems that matter—technology that helps investment... ...solutions.ResponsibilitiesDesign, build, and deliver scalable software solutions across applications, services, databases, and infrastructureDevelop...Full timeLocal areaRemote work3 days per weekT. Rowe Price
Washington DC1 day ago$191k - $253k
...products to operate reliably at scale. This is a founding team working from an unusually blank sheet of paper.ABOUT THE JOBAs a Software Engineer in Lattice for Cyber, you will build the core capabilities, experiences, and primitives that our offensive Cyber programs rely...Full timeWork experience placementImmediate startRelocationAnduril Industries
Washington DC21 hours ago$131k - $145k
Responsibilities Technica Corporation is seeking a Senior Full Stack Software Engineer who will support the development of the FBI FDP system using a Postgres/Java/React technology stack. These engineers will work with an existing development team to deliver features...Work experience placementRemote workTechnica Corporation
Washington DC1 day ago$113k - $188.4k
Position Summary Our Deloitte AI & Engineering team to transform technology platforms, drive innovation, and help make a significant... ..., and fuel growth through innovation.Work you'll doAs a Software Engineer III on the Engineering as a Service team, you will be...Local areaFlexible hoursDeloitte
Rosslyn, VA3 days ago$112k - $176k
..., conduct meaningful code reviews, and help raise the bar for engineers around youWork with engineers, designers, and Product Managers... ...the scale of the businessWhat you bring:3-6 years of relevant software engineering experience building production web applicationsProficiency...WorldwideZoomInfo
Bethesda, MD1 day ago$132k - $198k
...multidisciplinary team of technologists, solution architects, engineers, and military subject matter experts. Its mission is to drive... ...adversaries.ABOUT THE JOBWe are looking for a talented full stack software engineer to join our growing team at Anduril Labs in...Full timeWork experience placementImmediate startAnduril Industries
Washington DC2 days ago$119.7k - $199.3k
...departments, including Brand & Events, Communications, Customer Care, Engineering & Product, Finance, Human Resources, Legal, Marketing &... ....Why This Role MattersWe are looking for a Senior Full Stack Software Engineer to join the Subscriptions team at The Washington Post...Full timePart timeWashington Post
Washington DC1 day ago$86.8k - $165.2k
...and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.RTX BBN Networking and Cyber Technologies group is looking for a Research Software Engineer, Formal Methods with strong software development skills and an interest in security and resilience of large-scale dynamic systems...Temporary workWork experience placementWork at officeRemote workFlexible hoursRaytheon
Arlington, VA21 hours ago- ...Build software that helps pediatric therapy clinics serve children and families. We’re looking for someone who: Works hard, takes ownership, and follows through. Is curious, humble, and eager to learn. Writes solid code and solves practical problems. Moves...
Ocean Friends
Washington DC3 days ago - ...building products distribution, and takeoff is one of the first places we intend to change how the industry works. As a Senior Software Engineer on our new Takeoff team, you will be one of the first engineers building the systems that measure a building and forecast what...Full timeImmediate start
QXO
Washington DC21 hours ago $65.22 per hour
...Position: Software Engineer- Night Shift Location: Redmond,WA Duration: 12 Months Job Type: Temporary Assignment Work Type: Onsite Note: This is a Night shift role. Candidates must be open to working either 7 AM to 4 PM or 4 PM to 7 AM shifts to support 24...Temporary workInternshipWorldwideShift workNight shiftTekWissen ®
Washington DC3 days ago- ...Duration: 12 months Job Description: This job independently executes key elements of projects/processes within the Software Engineering area by applying in-depth knowledge of their discipline and area best practices to effectively resolve problems and roadblocks...
US Tech Solutions
Arlington, VA21 hours ago - ...Clientmind Recruiting, Inc. is recruiting a Software Engineer for hybrid work in Greenbelt, MD. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Software Developer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in C, C++, C#, and Java, with a...Full time
ClientMind Recruiting Inc.
Greenbelt, MD1 day ago $55 per hour
*No C2C* Title: Software Developer Pay: $55 per hour Type: Hybrid Puyallup Washington 98372 United States Duration: 5-month contract Position Overview: We are seeking a contract software developer to support and enhance our production RFP (Request...Hourly payFull timeContract workSwoon
Washington DC4 days ago$81 - $87 per hour
...Position Overview We are seeking a talented Software Development Engineer to join the Fortune 5 Client's team This role requires a strong foundation in production software development, database architecture, and cutting-edge machine learning technologies. Key Responsibilities...Contract workTundra Technical Solutions
Washington DC2 days ago- ...facing threat detection service that was built to protect applications and services running in AWS. We are looking for software developement engineers with interest in building large scale distributed systmes for security domain . In this role, you will be building distributed...Full time
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Washington DC2 days ago $69k
...technological world through innovation and creativity. Job Title: Software Developer in Test Job ID: 177519 Position Type: Full Time... ...Software Developer in Test (SDET) to join the device engineering team. This role focuses on designing and implementing complex...Full timeLocal areaHCLTech
Washington DC3 days ago$55.05 - $62.39 per hour
...exceptional opportunity to drive innovation in automation and software development within a cutting-edge operational environment. The... ...operational efficiency. Working at the intersection of software engineering and operational excellence, you will leverage your extensive...Contract workInternshipTundra Technical Solutions
Washington DC21 hours ago- ...Description On-site in Washington, DC Our client seeks a Sr. Software Engineer II to design and manage enterprise endpoint security solutions across DoD and IC environments. The role requires deep expertise with Trellix and Windows/Linux systems, leadership of engineering...Permanent employmentFull time
Eliassen Group
Washington DC21 hours ago
Do you want to receive more vacancies?
Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to Flight Software Engineer. Be the first to apply!
Related searches
- software development engineer aws Washington DC
- federal - software developer Washington DC
- software engineer contract Washington DC
- part time software developer remote Washington DC
- software developer Washington DC
- software developer apprenticeship Washington DC
- software engineer internship remote Washington DC
- software engineer amazon Washington DC
- software web developer Washington DC
- senior software engineer Washington DC