Senior Flight Software Engineer II
Rocket Lab Corporation12 days ago
Base Salary
$151k - $227k/yr
Responsibilities
- Develop application software for RTOS and embedded Linux environments.
- Develop hardware drivers for spacecraft sensors and actuators, including IMUs, star trackers, and reaction wheels.
- Create and maintain unit tests within a continuous integration framework.
- Collaborate with hardware-in-the-loop test engineers to verify combined software and hardware functionality.
- Work with systems and embedded systems engineers to develop, document, and validate requirements.
- Review source-code changes and ensure compliance with coding standards.
- Participate in PDR and CDR design reviews.
- Assist with on-orbit and interplanetary flight operations.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, or an equivalent technical degree.
- 8+ years of applicable embedded software development experience.
- Proficiency in C and C++.
- Experience with RTOS or embedded Linux.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
- U.S. citizenship is required due to program requirements.
- Preferred qualifications include an active Secret or TS/SCI clearance, an advanced degree, experience with CAN/CAN-FD and UDP/TCP in embedded systems, and experience developing software for autonomous vehicles in harsh environments.
Benefits
- Company stock and an Employee Stock Purchase Program with a 15% discount.
- Medical coverage including HMO, PPO, and a zero-cost HDHP option with company HSA contributions, plus dental and vision coverage.
- Paid vacation, sick time, 11 paid holidays, paid parental leave, disability and life insurance, and a 401(k) with company match.
- Subsidized EV charging, onsite fitness centers where available, discounted gym memberships, snacks and beverages, a discounted merchandise store, and other employee discounts.
- The position is based at Rocket Lab headquarters in Long Beach, California and may involve prolonged sitting, standing, walking, computer work, and occasional exposure to noise, dust, and fumes in production areas.