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AstroForge

Embedded Flight Software Engineer

seal beach, CA

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AstroForge lists this Embedded Flight Software Engineer opportunity in seal beach, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

About The Company

At AstroForge, our mission is to make space resources accessible on Earth. We mine asteroids to extract valuable minerals in space at a lower cost and smaller carbon footprint than current terrestrial mining methods. Along the way, we seek to leverage the technologies we build to provide additional value across other domains. We offer a unique opportunity to join an exciting team looking to expand humanity's capabilities in space.

Job Description

AstroForge is thrilled to offer an exceptional opportunity for a skilled Embedded Flight Software Engineer to join our innovative team. The chosen candidate will play a pivotal role in developing and maintaining the software that flies our deep-space missions, allowing us to quickly iterate while ensuring reliability and safety.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain embedded software for microcontroller & embedded Linux systems, ensuring reliability, safety, and performance.

Write hardware drivers that interface with spacecraft sensors and actuators such as IMUs, reaction wheels, and star trackers.

Collaborate with the avionics team to integrate software with embedded systems and peripherals.

Participate in the full software development lifecycle, including design, implementation, testing, and documentation.

Troubleshoot and debug software issues, both independently and as part of a team.

Adhere to industry standards and best practices for embedded software development.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.

Experience in embedded software development, preferably in aerospace or a related field.

Proficiency in programming languages such as Rust, C, or C++.

Familiarity with ARM processors and embedded Linux.

Knowledge of communication protocols such as UART, I2C, and RS422.

Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

100% paid medical, dental, and life insurance coverage

Vision and FSA benefits available

3 weeks of PTO + 1 week of sick time

10 paid holidays

Retirement savings plan - 401(k), with company match

Equity on the ground floor of a startup

Salary

Level II: $140,000 - $175,000

Level III: $160,000 - $204,500

Level IV: $200,000 - $228,500

ITAR Requirements

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), you must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Government.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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Worksite address

seal beach, CA, 90740, US

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