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True Anomaly

Flight Software Engineer III

long beach, CA

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True Anomaly lists this Flight Software Engineer III opportunity in long beach, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

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 Flight Software Engineer III 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

Lead portions of 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

Own and maintain the Command Telemetry Database (CDTB) definition for ground and on-orbit test and mission

Collaborate with and provide technical guidance to the ground C2 software team

Lead command scripting and sequencing efforts for the Spacecraft

Design and implement satellite subsystem model simulators on HITL/SITL environment

Develop and maintain reusable device drivers/interfaces and communications protocol libraries for flight hardware

Conduct code reviews and mentor junior engineers on flight software best practices

Contribute to flight software architecture decisions and technical trade studies

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or related field

4 to 7 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.

Familiarity with networking protocols: UDP, TCP/IP

Proficiency in C/C++ and Python

Ability to maintain or obtain TS/SCI clearance

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Master's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or related field

4 - 7 years experience developing and/or producing FSW for space applications

Demonstrated experience and discipline with version control, continuous integration, and continuous delivery concepts

Familiarity with embedded Linux

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

Experience mentoring or leading small technical teams

COMPENSATION

Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Work Location —This is an onsite role, we are seeking candidates based near Denver, CO or Long Beach, CA.

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.

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.

True Anomaly is committed to equal employment opportunity on any basis protected by applicable state and federal laws. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please do not hesitate to let us.

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long beach, CA, 90899, US

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