Embedded Software Manager

Flight Software Engineering Manager Santa Barbara, CA (Onsite)

Are you passionate about building high-reliability embedded systems for missions that truly matter? We’re partnering with a pioneering space tech company seeking an experienced Flight Software Engineering Manager to lead the development of mission-critical software for next-generation spacecraft.

This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll split your time between managing a team of 3–4 engineers and architecting flight software that drives real-time, autonomous space systems.

What you’ll be doing:

Technical leadership and architecture of real-time embedded systems (Rust/C++)

Team leadership including coaching, hiring, and performance management

Development of command and control software across multiple subsystems

Collaborating across hardware and systems engineering teams

Driving integration, unit/system testing, and continuous improvement

️ What you’ll bring:

5+ years of embedded software development (Rust or modern C++)

2+ years of technical leadership + people management

Strong knowledge of ARM SoCs, RTOS/Linux or bare-metal environments

Experience with autonomous, fault-tolerant, or flight-critical systems

Bonus: Python, Docker, CI/CD, SPI/UART/I2C interfaces

Location: Onsite in Santa Barbara, CA

Salary: $150,000–$180,000 DOE

Requirements: U.S. Persons only due to export regulations (ITAR/EAR)