Embedded Flight Software Engineer

Embedded Flight Software Engineer
Location: Broomfield, CO 80021

Type: Full-time, Hybrid (3+ days onsite per week)


We're hiring an Embedded Flight Software Engineer to develop and maintain the software that powers spacecraft systems. In this role, your code will connect flight computers to thrusters, sensors, and telemetry-playing a direct role in mission success.


You'll work in a collaborative, cross-functional environment with avionics, propulsion, GNC, and integration teams, building software that must perform flawlessly in orbit. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys low-level coding, hardware bring-up, and solving complex real-time challenges.


Key Responsibilities

• Develop embedded software in C/C++ for ARM microcontrollers
• Implement telemetry, command handling, control loops, and fault management
• Debug and integrate software with avionics and subsystem hardware
• Contribute to in-orbit update mechanisms and test environments

• Strong embedded development experience (C/C++, RTOS, hardware bring-up)
• Familiarity with communication protocols (I2C, SPI, CAN, RS-422/485, etc.)
• Hands-on debugging and integration with real hardware
• Bachelor's in Computer, Electrical, Aerospace Engineering, or related field

• Salary range: $130,000 - $160,000
• Equity participation
• Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), company-paid insurance
• Unlimited PTO