Engineer - Flight Software

Terran Orbital is a leading manufacturer of satellite products primarily serving the aerospace and defense industries.
$110,000 - $140,000
Embedded
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
2+ years of experience
Space · Aerospace

Description For Engineer - Flight Software

Terran Orbital, a leader in innovation, manufacturing, and operations in the satellite industry, is seeking a motivated Engineer - Flight Software. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the role involves developing innovative nano-satellite vehicle solutions for multiple projects. Key responsibilities include designing and developing simple, reliable, and fault-tolerant software, working on unique payloads, writing comprehensive tests, integrating software in various environments, and collaborating with multiple engineering teams. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent, 2-3+ years of C++ experience in embedded systems, and excellent communication skills. Additional skills in ARM platforms, Linux, scripting languages, and aerospace industry experience are valued. Terran Orbital offers competitive benefits, including comprehensive health coverage, 401(k) match, flexible time off, and equity for each employee.

Last updated 3 months ago

Responsibilities For Engineer - Flight Software

  • Design, develop, and maintain simple, reliable, and fault-tolerant software
  • Develop software for unique payloads, including image processing, aero-braking, and propulsive lunar landing
  • Write comprehensive unit and regression tests in existing frameworks
  • Integrate and test software in simulation, flight replica, flight, and hardware-in-the-loop environments
  • Work with multiple engineering teams to establish software requirements and design
  • Work with various engineering teams to commission newly launched satellites

Requirements For Engineer - Flight Software

Linux
Python
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent field
  • 2-3+ years of experience developing C++ applications for embedded, high-performance, or critical systems
  • Prior experience using GitHub
  • Highly motivated and self-starting
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Benefits For Engineer - Flight Software

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Equity
  • 100% Company-paid comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents
  • 401(K) Match
  • Flexible Time Off (FTO)
  • Equity for each employee
  • Covered life insurance
  • Maternity and paternity leave
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Employee referrals

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