Early Flight Software Engineer

6 hours ago

Base Salary

$125k - $138k/yr

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and own mission-critical software applications for satellite systems.
Support spacecraft commissioning during launch and early operations and ensure software remains functional during critical operations.
Own spacecraft software solutions through the full lifecycle from initial design through deployment.
Perform unit, integration, and system-level testing and resolve defects or issues.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to baseline product requirements and technical roadmaps.

U.S. Person status is required to access export-controlled data.
At least 1 year of total flight software experience is required.
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or equivalent is required.
Strong proficiency in Python, C++, or Rust is required.
Experience with real-time systems running on distributed hardware is required.
Knowledge of embedded Linux, system administration, and creating Linux distributions with Yocto is required.
Familiarity with satellite systems and protocols such as CCSDS and ECSS is required.
Experience integrating, testing, and validating software for real-time and distributed systems is required.
Familiarity with TCP/IP, UDP, secure communication systems, Protobuf, and encryption is required.

Equity participation in Apex.
Company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents, plus $100,000 of life insurance at no cost.
Paid time off starting at 15 vacation days and increasing to 20 or more annually, plus 10 paid holidays.
401(k) plan with matching contributions.
Eight weeks of paid parental leave and childcare reimbursement of up to $350 per day for work-related travel.
Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks.
Office socials, pickleball tournaments, run club, and family gatherings.
Desk setup and productivity tools provided.
In-person work at the Playa Vista office with flexibility to integrate work and life.