Senior Embedded Flight Software Lead for On‑Orbit Systems
Blue Origin LLC
Blue Origin LLC is seeking an experienced flight software engineering leader to guide a team through the full software lifecycle. You will architect, develop, and deliver high-reliability flight software for embedded and edge platforms in a safety-conscious culture. The role emphasizes collaboration with systems engineering, avionics, GNC, and mission operations, along with design reviews and rigorous testing, including HIL/SIL. Occasional travel up to 10% may be required. #J-18808-Ljbffr Blue Origin LLC
$118k - $219.1k
...how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity.Flight Software Systems Integration LeadDefine and implement end‑to‑end telemetry downlink... ...for aerospace/missile systemsProficiency in C/C++ (embedded), Python/MATLAB for scripting and analysis, and familiarity...SuggestedFull timeTemporary workWork experience placementCasual workFlexible hours$225k - $330k
...advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based... ....YOUR MISSIONEmbedded systems security for space operations... .... As our Principal Embedded Systems Security... ...work hands-on across C++ flight software, embedded C firmware... ...the spacecraft in orbit.Lead security assessments...SuggestedPermanent employmentWork at officeRemote work3 days per week$118k - $219.1k
...fulfilling life at and outside of workHardware/Software Systems Integration LeadServe as the technical... ...risks. - Execute and Monitor Tests - Lead test‑execution crews, capture test data... ...with real‑time test‑bed platforms and embedded software integrationActive and Current...SuggestedFull timeTemporary workWork experience placementCasual workFlexible hours$145.1k - $269.5k
...technical leader to head the System Performance, Software, and Simulation (S3)... ...program. The S3 lead will direct six inter... ...hands‑on guidance on flight‑software development,... ...& simulationTerran Orbital ArchitectureKnowledge... ...developmentExperience with real-time embedded systemsExperience...SeniorFull timeContract workTemporary workWork experience placementCasual workFlexible hours$165k - $190k
Position: Software Engineer, Embedded Systems, (Sr. Staff, Embedded Software) Location: 8100 Shaffer Parkway Unit #100... ...electrical, and test engineering teams to implement reliable flight and ground software for mission success.Responsibilities...SeniorPermanent employmentLocal area$250k
...Senior Flight Software Engineer Spatial Intelligence & Space Systems Venture-Backed Space Logistics Startup $150,000 - $250... ...paradigms by building reusable orbital infrastructure for commercial,... ...operations. Develop real-time embedded Linux software for avionics,...Senior$181.63k - $254.28k
...cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of... ...increasing mobility on-orbit. Special Mentions: Relocation... ...Leada team of flight software engineers through the... ...reliability flight software for embedded and edge computing... ...and Yocto Experience leading software technical...SeniorPermanent employmentTemporary workLocal areaImmediate startRelocation package$200k - $280k
...advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based... ...mission. Once one is on orbit you do not get it back,... ...on orbit. You will take flight hardware apart, with physical... ...would rather break a system than read about it... ...decapping, and exploitation of embedded debug and bus...SeniorPermanent employmentRemote work$155k - $225k
...advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based... ...temporary rolesYOUR MISSIONAs a Senior Flight Software Engineer at... ...maintenance for ground and on-orbit test and... ...development and safety critical systems experienceExperience with embedded RTOS such as RTLinux or...SeniorPermanent employmentTemporary workFixed term contractWork at officeFlexible hours$150k - $250k
...Senior Flight Software EngineerSpace is the infrastructure layer... ...transformation requires orbital logistics that is as... ...safety-critical systems that operate autonomously... ...operationsBuild real-time embedded systems that control... ...experts from leading aerospace companies and...SeniorFlexible hours- ..., and testing of spacecraft avionics hardware from component to system level. You will prototype harnesses, build and test hardware, and work with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure integration and flight readiness. The role emphasizes hands-on fabrication, lab work...Senior
$170k - $230k
...range of small satellite systems supporting space-based... ..., communications, in-orbit demonstrations, risk... ...experienced Principal Flight Software Engineer to join our... ...will serve as both a senior individual contributor... ...operations Experience leading technical teams...Permanent employmentFull timeRemote work$205.7k - $287.97k
...low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration... ...a satellite constellation of orbital data centers designed to... ..., analysis, testing, and flight execution of the thermal... ...with a high degree of autonomy, leading this critical effort from the...SeniorPermanent employmentTemporary workLocal areaImmediate start- Blue Origin is seeking a senior thermal engineer to own the spacecraft thermal architecture, from design to flight qualification. You will lead a hands-on team, prototype concepts, and validate... ...through ground tests and orbital validation. You will work within the...Senior
$150k - $200k
...join the adventure? Loft Orbital is looking for a Senior Electrical Systems Engineer who thrives at... .... Nice to Haves: Software/scripting capability —... ...delivering hardware with embedded software. Familiarity... ...missions flown, Loft’s flight heritage and proven technologies...SeniorFull timeTemporary workWork at officeRelocation packageFlexible hours$180k - $285k
...payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors... ...a Principal Flight Software Engineer... ...through on-orbit operations. You will... ..., safety-critical embedded software with a focus... ...and lead development of HITL... ...experience with embedded systems, low-level firmware...Permanent employmentTemporary workFixed term contractWork at officeFlexible hours$120k - $160k
...the future with us. SPACE SYSTEMS At Rocket Lab, we’re not... ...in space, like solar panels, flight software, star trackers, optical... ...ambitious space missions. SENIOR FLIGHT DYNAMICS ENGINEER I... ...design and operations for Earth orbiting, lunar, and interplanetary missions...SeniorPermanent employmentFull timeLocal area$133k - $161k
...the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs,... ...are looking to add a Senior Flight Software Engineer II to our... ...developing software for leading‑edge communications... ...systems to low‑level embedded products. You will work... ...and put them in orbit. You will be responsible...SeniorPermanent employmentFull timeContract workWork experience placementLocal area$135k - $175k
...the future with us. SPACE SYSTEMS At Rocket Lab, we're not... ...in space, like solar panels, flight software, star trackers, optical... ...ambitious space missions. SENIOR FLIGHT DYNAMICS ENGINEER II... ...design and operations for Earth orbiting, lunar, and interplanetary missions...SeniorPermanent employmentLocal area$130k - $180k
...SEAKR Engineering, a leading-edge provider of advanced... ...Space Electronics Systems Engineer to spearhead... ...mechanical, power, and software teams to deliver highly... ...industry, or 4+ years in a senior/lead role.Technical... ...integration for embedded microcontrollers/FPGA....SeniorRemote work$130k - $195k
...Technologies (CDT) is seeking a proactive Senior Systems Security Engineer to join our team... ...security and best practices are embedded throughout the software lifecycle. The ideal candidate will... ...Systems Security Engineer, you will lead the design and deployment of our security...SeniorContract workTemporary workWork experience placement$95.9k - $178.1k
...this position Performs technical planning, system integration, verification and validation,... ...customer requirements into hardware and software specifications. Basic... ...including ability to explain complex concepts, lead reviews, and negotiate requirements Experience...SeniorFull timeTemporary workWork experience placementCasual workFlexible hours$50 per hour
...Unit: SpaceStandard Job DescriptionThe Systems Integration & Test Engineering organization... ...and standards, solves hardware/software interface problems, defines input/output... ...Space domain (satellite ground systems and orbital platforms)Experience developing and communicating...SeniorFull timeTemporary workWork experience placementCasual workFlexible hours$50 per hour
...seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Software Systems Architect Manager to lead the strategy and evolution of Spacecraft Flight Software (FSW) Systems across a multi-... ...mission-critical environmentsUnderstanding of embedded systems, flight software, or safety-...Full timeTemporary workWork experience placementCasual workFlexible hours$145.1k - $269.5k
...Lockheed Martin is looking for a dedicated Systems Engineer to join the team in executing... ...space vehicles operating in Low Earth Orbit. The lead will coordinate multi-disciplinary... ...customer requirements into hardware and software specifications.Basic QualificationsBachelor...SeniorFull timeTemporary workFor contractorsWork experience placementCasual workFlexible hours$50 per hour
...a next-gen wideband MILSATCOM system comprised of integrated space... ...will:Support the integration lead for different Mechanical subsystemsSupport... ...into hardware and software specifications. For positions... ...Mechanical, Electrical, Systems, Flight Sciences, Materials, Manufacturing...SeniorFull timeTemporary workWork experience placementCasual workFlexible hours$95.9k - $178.1k
...Space is currently seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to support the... ...development of a Reentry Body test flight while coordinating across... ...requirements into hardware and software specifications.Basic... ...CustomerExperience in successfully leading projects/programs to meet...SeniorFull timeTemporary workWork experience placementCasual workFlexible hours$95.9k - $178.1k
...built for you. We are currently seeking a System Simulation Engineer.As a System... ...Engineer you will work with a team of Systems, Software, and GNC Engineers in performing the following... ...against legacy simulation and post flight data • Evaluate system performance in complex...SeniorFull timeTemporary workWork experience placementCasual workWork at officeFlexible hours$110.3k - $204.9k
...design constrains, trade-offs and detailed system and security design as they pertain to... ...test and evaluation of hardware and/or software designs to verify and validate compliance... ...development experience with DoD embedded systems•Possesses Software Engineering Knowledge...SeniorFull timeTemporary workWork experience placementInterim roleCasual workFlexible hours$50 per hour
...for you.Space Protection Programs (SPP) is seeking a Software Systems Test Engineer to lead our flight software qualification efforts. In this role, you... ...execution. This position requires strong technical depth in embedded software verification and validation, system...SeniorFull timeTemporary workWork experience placementInterim roleCasual workFlexible hours
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