Flight Software Engineer III

True Anomaly•Long Beach, CA

1d•$130,000 - $185,000•Onsite

About The Position

A new space race has begun. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build innovative technology that solves the next generation of engineering, manufacturing, and operational challenges for space security and sustainability. OUR MISSION The peaceful use of space is essential for continued prosperity on Earth—from communications and finance to navigation and logistics. True Anomaly builds innovative technology at the intersection of spacecraft, software, and AI to enhance the capabilities of the U.S., its allies, and commercial partners. We safeguard global security by ensuring space access and sustainability for all. OUR VALUES Be the offset. We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity What would it take? We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results It’s the people. Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together YOUR MISSION As a Flight Software Engineer III at True Anomaly, you will gain experience at every phase of the spacecraft program including design, analysis, manufacturing, test, and flight. The company culture is one of innovation and speed, so if you are looking for a place that allows you to reach your full potential, this is the job to consider.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or related field
4 to 7 years of experience with low-level firmware architecture, design, and development
Low-level device driver development and safety critical systems experience
Experience with embedded RTOS such as RTLinux or Azure RTOS
Familiarity with common protocols such as Ethernet, SPI, I2C, CAN, RS422, RS485, etc.
Familiarity with networking protocols: UDP, TCP/IP
Proficiency in C/C++ and Python
Ability to maintain or obtain TS/SCI clearance

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or related field
4 - 7 years experience developing and/or producing FSW for space applications
Demonstrated experience and discipline with version control, continuous integration, and continuous delivery concepts
Familiarity with embedded Linux
Comfortable with typical embedded systems tools, compilers, debuggers and IDEs
Broad experience with microcontrollers, application processors, revision control systems
Strong debugging skills through use of instrumentation such as oscilloscopes and protocol analyzers
Application experience in areas such as robotics, automation, motor control, and sensor fusion
Experience mentoring or leading small technical teams

Responsibilities

Lead portions of the software development cycle including design, development, integration, and test for flight computers used in space missions (on-board computers, processing units and others)
Integrate complex GNC algorithms with flight software
Own and maintain the Command Telemetry Database (CDTB) definition for ground and on-orbit test and mission
Collaborate with and provide technical guidance to the ground C2 software team
Lead command scripting and sequencing efforts for the Spacecraft
Design and implement satellite subsystem model simulators on HITL/SITL environment
Develop and maintain reusable device drivers/interfaces and communications protocol libraries for flight hardware
Conduct code reviews and mentor junior engineers on flight software best practices
Contribute to flight software architecture decisions and technical trade studies