SENIOR FLIGHT SOFTWARE ENGINEER

Company: True Anomaly
Location: Denver
Posted on: November 10, 2024

Job Description:

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 Senior Flight Software Engineer 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.
  
  RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Assist in 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
  • Assist with the Command Telemetry Database (CDTB) definition and maintenance for ground and on-orbit test and mission
  • Collaborate with the ground C2 software team
  • Assist with the effort for command scripting and sequencing of the Spacecraft
  • Assist with design and implement satellite subsystem model simulators on HITL/SITL environment
  • Develop reusable device drivers/interfaces and communications protocol libraries for flight hardware BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
    • Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or related field and 5+ 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.
    • Proficiency in C/C++ and Python.
    • Ability to maintain or obtain TS/SCI clearance PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
      • Master's degree in in computer science, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or related field
      • 7+ years experience developing and/or producing FSW for space applications
      • Ability to maintain or obtain TS/SCI clearance
      • Demonstrated experience and discipline with version control, continuous integration, and continuous delivery concepts
      • Familiarity with embedded Linux
      • Familiarity with networking protocols: UDP, TCP/IP
      • 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 COMPENSATION
        • Base Salary: Denver: $130,000 - $165,000, Los Angeles: $150,000 - $205,000
          • Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
            • Work Location-Successful candidates will be located near Denver or Colorado Springs. While we observe a hybrid work environment, some work must be done on site.
            • Work environment-the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
            • Physical demands-the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.
              This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below.
              
              #LI-Onsite
              
              To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
              
              We value diversity of experience, knowledge, backgrounds and perspectives and harness these qualities to create extraordinary impact. True Anomaly is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, citizenship, marital, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, maternity or related condition (including breastfeeding) or any other basis as protected by applicable law. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please do not hesitate to let us know.

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