Senior Flight Software Engineer

Senior Flight Software Engineer - SpacecraftLos Angeles, CAWe are partnering with a cutting-edge space technology startup developing next-generation spacecraft platforms for high-profile government and commercial missions. They are seeking a hands-on Senior Flight Software Engineer to join their growing flight program team.This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced startup environment and enjoys owning software development across the full spacecraft lifecycle, from architecture and embedded development through testing and flight integration.ResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain spacecraft flight software architectures using frameworks such as FPrime or cFS.Design and implement embedded software components, communication protocols, and hardware interfaces.Develop drivers and low-level interfaces for FPGAs, GPIOs, and avionics hardware.Manage memory architecture, bootloader functionality, and fail-safe recovery modes.Support integration and testing activities on flatsats and flight hardware.Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines and automated test workflows.Collaborate cross-functionally with avionics, GNC, and systems teams.Contribute to mission reliability, fault tolerance, and spacecraft autonomy initiatives.Requirements5–10 years of spacecraft flight software or embedded systems experience.Strong proficiency in C/C++, Python, and embedded Linux.Experience with FPrime, cFS, or similar aerospace software frameworks.Knowledge of hardware communication protocols (I2C, CAN, UART, RS485, etc.).Experience interfacing with FPGAs and embedded hardware.Hands-on spacecraft integration and testing experience preferred.Experience working in cleanroom/ESD-controlled environments.US Person status required.Why Join?Work on upcoming spacecraft missions for major government customers.Opportunity to contribute to novel on-orbit technology demonstrations.Highly hands-on engineering culture with significant ownership.Fast-moving startup environment with strong technical leadership.If you think that you could be a fit, we’d love to hear from you. If you have not heard feedback after 2 weeks of applying, then unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful.