{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"4ec1f95b86ffc6c8622b0efd","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/4ec1f95b86ffc6c8622b0efd","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/4ec1f95b86ffc6c8622b0efd","title":"Flight/Embedded Software Engineer","description":"About General GalacticGeneral Galactic designs, develops, and builds advanced spacecraft for the most demanding missions. Led by former SpaceX, Varda, and Relativity engineers, our vision is to expand access to high-energy orbits across LEO, MEO, GEO, and cislunar space with our proprietary Genesis propulsion technology. Based in Los Angeles, California, we’re leveraging paradigm-shifting energy technology to reshape the space domain.Job DescriptionYou will work closely with the founders and technical team to develop critical software for our product fleet, including vehicle SN1 in 2026. You’ll have extreme ownership over your work, move quickly, and operate with high agency. As we grow, there will be opportunities to expand your role with the company.You will contribute to all aspects and own critical parts of embedded and flight software development, testing, qualification, and deployment for General Galactic vehicles. Scope of work could include telemetry, RF and comms, PNT, operating system, embedded software, hardware-in-the-loop tests, state machine, etc. Responsibilities may be tailored to the candidate’s profile and could include:Architect and deliver core flight software with a focus on meeting system and performance requirementsImplement, test, and integrate software for GNC algorithms, command and telemetry, mission management, health and status, and fault management in a real-time software frameworkWrite clean, efficient, and testable code for real-time and safety-critical applicationsImplement communication protocols (UDP, multicast, Ethernet, etc.)Collaborate with hardware and avionics engineers to support full product development lifecycleManage clear and concise documentation for code, state machine, conops, etc.RequirementsSuccessful applicants should have most of the following:BS in computer science, computer engineering, aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, or similar degree2+ years of experience in development of software, with preference for aerospace applicationsExperience in a fast-paced startup environment or similarDemonstrated experience with C/C++, Git, Python, Rust, Grafana, or similarUnderstanding of microcontroller architectures and interfacesSkilled in debugging and optimization (as well as hazard analysis and root cause analysis), memory management and scheduling, etc.Experience with developing software to a safety standard and achieving formal certification with a governing body (e.g. NASA, FAA, FDA, etc.)---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Your salary and incentives will be determined individually on the basis of the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.Base Range: $140,000 to $250,000/year + benefits + stock options planVery brief statements of fit/interest in this role are encouraged, please send to careers@gengalactic.com.---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------This position requires access to information protected under US export control laws, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and/or the Export Administration Regulations. As such, US person status (including US citizens, U.S. permanent residents, individuals granted U.S. asylum status, or individuals admitted in U.S. refugee status) is a required qualification for this position.---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------General Galactic Technologies Corporation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.","company":"General Galactic","rawCompany":"general galactic","city":"Orange","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-12T17:52:32.850Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1252.00","title":"Software Developers","slug":"software-developers"},{"code":"17-2011.00","title":"Aerospace Engineers","slug":"aerospace-engineers"},{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"}],"industries":[{"code":"336414","title":"Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing","slug":"guided-missile-and-space-vehicle-manufacturing"},{"code":"927110","title":"Space Research and Technology","slug":"space-research-and-technology"},{"code":"336419","title":"Other Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing","slug":"other-guided-missile-and-space-vehicle-parts-and-auxiliary-equipment-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Flight/Embedded Software Engineer","description":"About General GalacticGeneral Galactic designs, develops, and builds advanced spacecraft for the most demanding missions. 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As such, US person status (including US citizens, U.S. permanent residents, individuals granted U.S. asylum status, or individuals admitted in U.S. refugee status) is a required qualification for this position.---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------General Galactic Technologies Corporation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.","datePosted":"2026-04-12T17:52:32.850Z","dateModified":"2026-04-12T17:52:32.850Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"General Galactic","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Orange","addressRegion":"CA","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"4ec1f95b86ffc6c8622b0efd"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/4ec1f95b86ffc6c8622b0efd"}}