{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"926928ee12467d8f3f5ed7c4","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/926928ee12467d8f3f5ed7c4","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/926928ee12467d8f3f5ed7c4","title":"Flight Software Engineer (Rust)","description":"Umbra is an American space technology company delivering advanced systems, from sensors to spacecraft, that empower customers worldwide with unmatched access to critical information from space. Our mission is simple and ambitious: redefine space—for people, systems, and missions in every domain. Umbra’s ecosystem operates through three business units: Remote Sensing (the data), Space Systems (the components), and Mission Solutions (the platforms).Together, our teams develop capabilities that deliver persistent access, resilient performance, and mission-ready solutions, advancing U.S. space leadership while keeping the world safe and informed.\nAbout the Team\nSpace Systems – The Components\nSpace Systems is where Umbra turns hardware and software designs into on-orbit realities; developing, implementing and iterating mission-ready core technology, while simultaneously advancing the next generation of our own satellite constellation. Space Systems is vertically integrated across the satellite architecture, thus the team designs, builds, and tests an array of critical components and subsystems, including power systems, communications, control systems, deployment hardware, avionics, and payloads, as well as the flight software, firmware and digital design solutions to support the entire hardware stack. Our focus is on first principles engineering, and our mandate is simple: it has to work when it counts. Every bolt, board, and binary is proven on our own SAR constellation, ensuring flight-proven reliability where failure is not an option.\nIf you want to work on cutting edge space technology while maintaining the highest standard for innovation and mission ready performance, you belong here at Umbra.\nAbout the Job\nWe are seeking a Flight Software Engineer who possesses experience in Rust programming language to take an active role in the development and delivery of embedded flight software specifically tailored for Umbra missions. In this pivotal role, you will be tasked with a range of critical responsibilities, including but not limited to the formulation and specification of software requirements, the comprehensive design of robust software architecture, and the actual writing and implementation of code. You will take lead responsibility for the essential processes of system integration and testing, ensuring that all components function seamlessly together.\nIn addition to your core development responsibilities, you will also be expected to provide expert guidance and mentorship in various aspects of software design, code development, and peer code reviews. Your role will include oversight of thorough documentation practices and the meticulous integration of the flight software with flight hardware, which encompasses conducting unit testing to ensure reliability and performance. Your contributions will be vital to the success of our missions, driving innovation and excellence in software engineering within our team.\nThis position is based on-site in either our Santa Barbara/Goleta, CA office, Arlington, VA office, or Reston, VA office.\nKey Responsibilities\nCollaborate with a cross-disciplinary engineering team to design, develop, and maintain reliable, fault-tolerant flight and payload software.\nImplement software to meet requirements while managing interfaces with multiple spacecraft subsystems and ground systems hardware.\nDevelop command and control software for spacecraft flight operations, payloads, and peripheral electronics.\nParticipate in and contribute to test campaigns, from unit-level testing to automated system and subsystem-level testing.\nCreate and maintain documentation for software operation and interfaces with other system components.\nTake on additional professional duties as assigned.\n\nRequirements\n\nRequired Qualifications\nBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.\n3+ years of proven experience in high-reliability software development with Rust or C/C++.\n1+ years developing concurrent code with asynchronous Rust.\n3+ years of embedded software development with Rust or C/C++.\nExperience programming on embedded ARM cores supporting SoC architectures in Linux, RTOS, or bare-metal environments.\nStrong understanding of processor architecture, with the ability to optimize code for performance and memory usage.\nExperience leading software development processes, including version control, CI/CD, bug tracking, and design documentation.\nDesired Qualifications\nAdvanced degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field, with 5+ years of relevant experience.\nComfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic development environment.\nExperience with software used in autonomous, fault-critical systems.\nFamiliarity with Python programming.\nBackground in developing, deploying, and maintaining software product lines.\nKnowledge of hardware interfaces such as Ethernet, SPI, I2C, UART, and PCIe.\nExperience with kernel development using Yocto.\nKnowledge of dynamics and control systems.\nAble to travel up to 10-15%.\n\nBenefits\n\nFlexible Time Off, Sick, Family & Medical Leave\nMedical, Dental, Vision, Life, LTD, STD (employer funded)\nVol Life, Critical Illness, Accidental, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance (employee funded)\n401k with 3% non-elective company contribution\nStock Options\nFree Parking\nFree lunch daily in office\nUmbra is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.\nEmployment Eligibility Verification\nIn compliance with federal laws, all hired persons will be required to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9 Form) upon hire.\nITAR/EAR Requirements\nThis position may include access to technology and/or data that is subject to U.S. export controls pursuant to ITAR and EAR. To comply with federal export controls, all persons hired must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, refugee or asylee as defined by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3), or must otherwise be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or U.S. Department of Commerce as applicable.\nPay Transparency\nThis job posting may cover multiple career levels. To ensure greater transparency, we provide base salary ranges for all roles, regardless of location. Our standard pay ranges are based on the role’s function and level, benchmarked against similar growth-stage companies. Compensation may vary based on geographical location, as certain regions may have different cost-of-living factors. The final offer will also be influenced by the candidate's skills, responsibilities, and relevant experience.\nCompensation Range\nThe Compensation Range for this role is $135,000 - $165,000 DOE.","company":"Umbra","rawCompany":"umbra","city":"Reston","state":"VA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-15T08:40:41.905Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1252.00","title":"Software Developers","slug":"software-developers"},{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"},{"code":"17-2011.00","title":"Aerospace Engineers","slug":"aerospace-engineers"}],"industries":[{"code":"513210","title":"Software Publishers","slug":"software-publishers"},{"code":"927110","title":"Space Research and Technology","slug":"space-research-and-technology"},{"code":"336414","title":"Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing","slug":"guided-missile-and-space-vehicle-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Flight Software Engineer (Rust)","description":"Umbra is an American space technology company delivering advanced systems, from sensors to spacecraft, that empower customers worldwide with unmatched access to critical information from space. Our mission is simple and ambitious: redefine space—for people, systems, and missions in every domain. Umbra’s ecosystem operates through three business units: Remote Sensing (the data), Space Systems (the components), and Mission Solutions (the platforms).Together, our teams develop capabilities that deliver persistent access, resilient performance, and mission-ready solutions, advancing U.S. space leadership while keeping the world safe and informed.\nAbout the Team\nSpace Systems – The Components\nSpace Systems is where Umbra turns hardware and software designs into on-orbit realities; developing, implementing and iterating mission-ready core technology, while simultaneously advancing the next generation of our own satellite constellation. Space Systems is vertically integrated across the satellite architecture, thus the team designs, builds, and tests an array of critical components and subsystems, including power systems, communications, control systems, deployment hardware, avionics, and payloads, as well as the flight software, firmware and digital design solutions to support the entire hardware stack. Our focus is on first principles engineering, and our mandate is simple: it has to work when it counts. Every bolt, board, and binary is proven on our own SAR constellation, ensuring flight-proven reliability where failure is not an option.\nIf you want to work on cutting edge space technology while maintaining the highest standard for innovation and mission ready performance, you belong here at Umbra.\nAbout the Job\nWe are seeking a Flight Software Engineer who possesses experience in Rust programming language to take an active role in the development and delivery of embedded flight software specifically tailored for Umbra missions. In this pivotal role, you will be tasked with a range of critical responsibilities, including but not limited to the formulation and specification of software requirements, the comprehensive design of robust software architecture, and the actual writing and implementation of code. You will take lead responsibility for the essential processes of system integration and testing, ensuring that all components function seamlessly together.\nIn addition to your core development responsibilities, you will also be expected to provide expert guidance and mentorship in various aspects of software design, code development, and peer code reviews. Your role will include oversight of thorough documentation practices and the meticulous integration of the flight software with flight hardware, which encompasses conducting unit testing to ensure reliability and performance. Your contributions will be vital to the success of our missions, driving innovation and excellence in software engineering within our team.\nThis position is based on-site in either our Santa Barbara/Goleta, CA office, Arlington, VA office, or Reston, VA office.\nKey Responsibilities\nCollaborate with a cross-disciplinary engineering team to design, develop, and maintain reliable, fault-tolerant flight and payload software.\nImplement software to meet requirements while managing interfaces with multiple spacecraft subsystems and ground systems hardware.\nDevelop command and control software for spacecraft flight operations, payloads, and peripheral electronics.\nParticipate in and contribute to test campaigns, from unit-level testing to automated system and subsystem-level testing.\nCreate and maintain documentation for software operation and interfaces with other system components.\nTake on additional professional duties as assigned.\n\nRequirements\n\nRequired Qualifications\nBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.\n3+ years of proven experience in high-reliability software development with Rust or C/C++.\n1+ years developing concurrent code with asynchronous Rust.\n3+ years of embedded software development with Rust or C/C++.\nExperience programming on embedded ARM cores supporting SoC architectures in Linux, RTOS, or bare-metal environments.\nStrong understanding of processor architecture, with the ability to optimize code for performance and memory usage.\nExperience leading software development processes, including version control, CI/CD, bug tracking, and design documentation.\nDesired Qualifications\nAdvanced degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field, with 5+ years of relevant experience.\nComfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic development environment.\nExperience with software used in autonomous, fault-critical systems.\nFamiliarity with Python programming.\nBackground in developing, deploying, and maintaining software product lines.\nKnowledge of hardware interfaces such as Ethernet, SPI, I2C, UART, and PCIe.\nExperience with kernel development using Yocto.\nKnowledge of dynamics and control systems.\nAble to travel up to 10-15%.\n\nBenefits\n\nFlexible Time Off, Sick, Family & Medical Leave\nMedical, Dental, Vision, Life, LTD, STD (employer funded)\nVol Life, Critical Illness, Accidental, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance (employee funded)\n401k with 3% non-elective company contribution\nStock Options\nFree Parking\nFree lunch daily in office\nUmbra is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.\nEmployment Eligibility Verification\nIn compliance with federal laws, all hired persons will be required to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9 Form) upon hire.\nITAR/EAR Requirements\nThis position may include access to technology and/or data that is subject to U.S. export controls pursuant to ITAR and EAR. To comply with federal export controls, all persons hired must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, refugee or asylee as defined by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3), or must otherwise be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or U.S. Department of Commerce as applicable.\nPay Transparency\nThis job posting may cover multiple career levels. To ensure greater transparency, we provide base salary ranges for all roles, regardless of location. Our standard pay ranges are based on the role’s function and level, benchmarked against similar growth-stage companies. Compensation may vary based on geographical location, as certain regions may have different cost-of-living factors. 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