Senior Software Engineer

About the Company

This exciting startup is at the forefront of revolutionizing the space economy with low-cost, reusable satellites designed for precise payload return. They are pioneering multi-ton Earth return systems to enable point-to-point delivery around the globe - making space more accessible and Earth more sustainable.

This mission-driven company has a highly collaborative and innovation-driven culture. With impressive contracts and partnerships already in place, they are poised to change the future of space technology.

If you’re passionate about building cutting-edge space technology and thrive in a hands-on, fast-paced environment, this is the opportunity to make a significant impact.

This is a direct hire, permanent placement position for a client of AdAstra Talent Advisors

About the Role

As Senior Software Engineer, you will be working with all aspects of our client’s software stack, from application layer flight code, GNC integration, embedded systems, all the way to Ground Software. You\'ll collaborate closely with avionics hardware engineers, GNC specialists, and other team members to create efficient and sustainable solutions. This position offers the chance to engage in all aspects of spacecraft development, from system architecture and rapid prototyping to full flight / Earth-Return projects, managing flight hardware during ground tests, and providing mission operations support.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop all flight, ground, & operations software for their missions
• Work cross functionally with all other disciplines (GNC, Power, Propulsion, and Thermal) to support algorithm implementation and integration into the software.
• Write quality bare metal, RTOS, or Linux based software for embedded processors in C / C++.
• Develop driver-level code to interface with sensors and actuators onboard the vehicle.
• Own the complete lifecycle of software development, from design, testing, to integration
• Conduct bring-up activities in SITL and HITL environments to test avionics & software integration

Requirements

Preferred Experience

Additional

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. They evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin / ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

About AdAstra

AdAstra Talent Advisors is a headhunting and talent advising firm focused on the Climate, Space, and Defense sectors of Hard Tech. We specialize in pairing highly technical and executive talent with some of the world\u2019s leading Hard Tech startups.

At AdAstra, we catalyze the innovations that future generations depend on by placing the right people in the right seats. Our dedicated work enables inconceivable technology from Earth, to the stars. And it\'s all because of trailblazing talent like you - those driven to do what\'s never been done before.

We care about long term relationships with both candidates and companies. Even if the role we initially discuss isn’t a perfect fit, it\’s likely we\'ll have something relevant to share with you in the future.

Join us on our journey by following along via LinkedIn!

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