Small Satellite Embedded Software Engineer

The Aerospace CorporationEl Segundo, CA
$110,400 - $193,500Hybrid

About The Position

The Aerospace Corporation's Experiment Lab (xLab) is seeking a Small Satellite Embedded Software Engineer to support small satellite payloads and spacecraft sub-systems. This role offers the opportunity for an individual to innovate in a fast-paced instrument development environment with direct access to and mentoring by senior staff. The position is located in El Segundo, requiring at least 4 days onsite.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics or a related discipline
  • Three or more years of related experience (for Senior Member of Technical Staff)
  • Embedded systems development experience, e.g., working knowledge of real-time design, verification workflow, etc.
  • Programming experience with embedded microcontrollers or microprocessors
  • Hardware debugging skills & experience with power supplies, signal generators, oscilloscopes and/or logic analyzers
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government.
  • U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.
  • Six or more years of total relevant experience (for Engineering Specialist)
  • Deep knowledge of RTOS and embedded Linux development, resiliency and fault tolerance techniques, bus, data communication and networking protocols
  • Large systems experience, e.g., workload orchestration and containerization, engineering geographically dispersed services, multi-vendor services integration

Nice To Haves

  • Masters or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics or a related discipline
  • Advanced Linux kernel knowledge including device tree customization, kernel module/driver development, board bring-up, and bootloader configuration (U-Boot)
  • Hands-on experience with FPGA design tools (Xilinx Vivado), HDL programming (VHDL/Verilog), soft-core processor integration (MicroBlaze), and hardware-software co-design
  • Proficiency with enterprise networking concepts including SSH tunneling/port forwarding, VPN configuration and troubleshooting, router/firewall configuration, iptables, network segmentation, and protocol analysis tools
  • Familiarity with RF test equipment (spectrum analyzers, signal generators), digital modulation schemes, and RF signal processing
  • Domain expertise in specialized technical areas such as flight dynamics/orbital mechanics, machine learning/AI algorithms, precision timing systems (atomic clocks, GPS-disciplined oscillators), radiation/photonic sensing, scientific instrumentation, or laser/optical systems
  • Experience with diagnostics, maintenance, or operation of environmental test facilities (thermal/vacuum chambers, vibration tables, etc.) and associated instrumentation (i.e., National Instruments data acquisition tools with Labview/python)

Responsibilities

  • Develop microcontroller-scale computer architectures for small satellite embedded systems (e.g., Microchip PIC, Arm Cortex-M0/M4/M7)
  • Design, test, and debug embedded microcontroller/microprocessor applications
  • Assist with software releases, deployments, and documentation
  • Coordinate with subsystem leads to define software requirements and interfaces
  • Develop software libraries and applications to support satellites testing and operations

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
  • Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
  • Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
  • 401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
  • Relocation assistance
  • Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
  • Education assistance programs
  • An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect
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