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Terran Orbital Corporation · 23 hours ago

Flight Software Engineer

positionIrvine, CA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityEntry, Mid Level
money$123K/yr - $150K/yr
date2+ years exp

Terran Orbital is a leading manufacturer of satellite products primarily serving the aerospace and defense industries. The Flight Software Engineer will design, develop, and maintain the critical software systems that control and operate satellites, ensuring reliable performance and mission success in the challenging environment of space.

AerospaceManufacturingMachinery ManufacturingSatellite Communication
badNo H1BnoteSecurity Clearance RequirednoteU.S. Citizen Onlynote

Responsibilities

Develop software for unique payloads, including image processing, aero-braking, and propulsive lunar landing
Write comprehensive unit and regression tests in existing frameworks
Integrate and test software in simulation, flight replica, flight, and hardware-in-the-loop environments
Work with multiple engineering teams to establish software requirements and design
Work with various engineering teams to commission newly launched satellites

Qualification

C++ developmentEmbedded systemsLinuxImage processingAerospace experienceScripting languagesDoD security clearanceCommunicationSelf-motivated

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or equivalent field
2+ years of experience developing C++ applications for embedded, high-performance, or critical systems (Level II)
Highly motivated, self-starting, and able to perform duties autonomously without supervision
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
U.S. Citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance

Preferred

Hands-on experience using A.R.M. and Texas Instruments platforms for embedded systems
Experience with Linux and GNU tools such as make, G.C.C., and debuggers such as G.D.B
Experience with scripting languages such as bash and Python
Experience within the aerospace industry

Benefits

100% Company-paid comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents
401(k) Match
Flexible Time Off (FTO)
Education Reimbursement
Competitive Paid Parental Leave

Company

Terran Orbital Corporation

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Terran Orbital is a leading manufacturer of small satellites primarily serving the United States and Allied aerospace and defense industries.
dateFounded in 2013
location
Boca Raton, Florida, USA
people-size501-1000 employees
web-link
http://terranorbital.com

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$401.64M
Key Investors
Lockheed MartinLockheed Martin Ventures
2024-08-15Acquired
2023-09-18Post Ipo Equity· $32.5M
2022-10-31Post Ipo Equity· $100M

Leadership Team

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Anthony Previte
CEO & President
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