Senior Embedded Flight Software Lead for On‑Orbit Systems
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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 Jobleads-US$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- ...Architect and implement flight software for a reusable satellite platform, focusing... ...-critical performance during orbit and reentry. Requirements:... ...software or safety-critical systems. Expert proficiency in C/C++ and Linux-based embedded systems is essential. Key Skills...Senior
$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$181.63k - $254.28k
...cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of... ...increasing mobility on-orbit. Special Mentions:... ...Responsibilities Leada team of flight software engineers through the... ...flight software for embedded and edge computing... ...Yocto Experience leading software technical...SeniorPermanent employmentTemporary workLocal areaImmediate startRelocation package$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 - $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...SeniorTemporary workWork at officeRelocation packageFlexible hours$218.52k - $305.93k
...space. Define the system decomposition,... ...that takes it to flight. Make and defend... ...reasoning executes on orbit versus on the... ...perception, flight software, electrical hardware... .... Own the embedded AI/ML realization.... ...Demonstrated experience leading architecture...Permanent employmentTemporary workLocal areaImmediate start$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- ...Principal Flight Software Engineer Location: Denver, Colorado... ...them once they are in orbit is another. We... ...communication systems and satellites entirely... ...operations Writing embedded C code from scratch for... ...ideally with prior tech lead or subsystem ownership...Permanent employmentFull time
- ..., 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
$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...SeniorTemporary workWork at officeRelocation packageFlexible hours- ...York Space Systems in Greenwood Village, Colorado seeks a Senior RF Engineer to lead the technical integration of spacecraft RF communications. You will partner with internal... ...resilient links throughout development and on-orbit operations in a #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobleads-USSenior
- ...True Anomaly, Inc. seeks a Principal Flight Software Engineer to own the flight software stack across spacecraft systems. You will shape architecture, drive standards, and lead development from concept to on-orbit operations, influencing program direction and technical...Senior
$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- ...advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based... ...YOUR MISSION As a Senior Flight Software Engineer at True... ...maintenance for ground and on-orbit test and mission Collaborate... ...and safety critical systems experience Experience with embedded RTOS such as RTLinux or...SeniorPermanent 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$115k - $150k
...future with us. SPACE SYSTEMS At Rocket Lab, we’re... ..., like solar panels, flight software, star trackers,... ...ambitious space missions. SENIOR FLIGHT SOFTWARE ENGINEER... ...software will be on orbit within weeks and months... ...System (RTOS) and/or embedded Linux ~Develop hardware...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- ...Senior Software Engineer - Embedded Security JOB SUMMARY Do you have the skills to fill this role Read... ...implementation of software operating systems, including, but not limited to,... ...packages, and engineering deliverables. Lead or contribute to cybersecurity...SeniorWork at office3 days per week
$140k - $180k
...operate, and sell stratospheric balloon systems. The data we collect supports a wide... ...), NASA, and others. Urban Sky sends flight vehicles to the stratosphere on a... .../ Salaried Urban Sky is seeking a Senior Embedded Imaging Software Engineer to own the firmware, imaging...SeniorPermanent employmentFull timeWork experience placementLocal areaRelocationFlexible hours$95.9k - $178.1k
...Martin (LM) is looking for an resourceful Systems Engineer, Senior to become a member of the Systems... ...customer requirements into hardware and software specifications. Basic Qualifications•... ...reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR)• Experience with flight test planning and execution• Strong...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$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
...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$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$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
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