Embedded Software Engineer

Stratolaunch • Mojave, CA

5d • $101,000 - $206,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Stratolaunch is seeking a level II, Sr., or Staff level Embedded Software Engineer to participate in the development and testing of flight software for an autonomous, air-launched, hypersonic test vehicle. You will contribute to multiple phases of the software development lifecycle and collaborate with other personnel throughout system development, ground test, and flight test. You will integrate the vehicle management system application code in addition to the development of subsystem management code.

Requirements

• Must demonstrate the ability to perform the Essential Responsibilities
• Experience with real-time embedded software development
• Experience with serial communications, software test, and computer networking
• Communication standards and protocols e.g. RS422, UDP/TCP
• Ability to quickly adapt to changing priorities
• Ability to work on your own initiative, prioritize tasking, and coordinate with VMS lead to accomplish VMS goals
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
• C++ 2014 and Python programming languages
• Real-time operating systems (FreeRTOSVxWorks, Linux, etc.)
• MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Nice To Haves

• Flight computer and/or vehicle management computer software development, test, and integration
• Agile Software Development methodologies
• Safety-critical system design standards
• Hardware in the loop simulation and testing
• Experience with Linux operating systems
• Digital and analog circuit design
• TS/SCI security clearance
• Familiarity with configuration management systems – Jira, Bitbucket
• Familiarity with Matlab/Simulink
• Familiarity with LabVIEW
• Familiarity with Python

Responsibilities

• Develop and test new flight software in support of advanced rocket-powered air-launch vehicle systems
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand challenges and develop software requirements and solutions
• Support flight software architecture development, both concept and implementation
• Develop software components to interface with and control vehicle sensors and effectors
• Develop and execute automated software test processes in support of software verification and validation
• Support various lab/bench hardware tests with custom software
• Contribute to hardware integration with the development of interface documents
• Support integration of the air-launch vehicle systems with the carrier aircraft
• Perform design and/or analysis to support component development
• Provide technical guidance for projects within the larger program
• Demonstrate honesty, responsibility, integrity, and fulfillment of commitments
• Travel, as needed, to support the department

Benefits

• 9/80 schedule
• Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs)
• Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
• 50% company match per contributed dollar into 401(k) savings plan, up to $11,500
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level