Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer

Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer

$140,000 - $200,000

Hawthorne, CA

We are working with an innovative and rapidly growing company that is transforming the future of energy. This pioneering organization specializes in advanced space-based solar energy solutions, harnessing the power of sunlight from space to deliver clean, sustainable energy to Earth—24/7.

With a focus on reducing global reliance on traditional energy sources, this company is dedicated to creating a solar-powered future. They are now seeking talented professionals to join their dynamic team and contribute to the development of world-changing projects at the intersection of space exploration and renewable energy. If you're passionate about working on groundbreaking solutions in the energy sector, this is an exciting opportunity to be part of a mission-driven organization poised for global impact.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Embedded Software Engineer to lead the development of flight software for our groundbreaking satellite vehicles. As the first person in this role, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and architecting embedded systems that will control and monitor our vehicles throughout their missions. You will work with both new technologies and proven aerospace components to create a reliable, efficient, and cost-effective system. Your work will directly impact mission success, from initial communication and control to troubleshooting during in-mission operations. This role offers a unique opportunity to scale your architecture to future vehicles as we work toward mass production.

Responsibilities

Design and implement the embedded flight software for our initial vehicle, including the selection and integration of operating systems, mission management software, communication software, and command/data handling.

Write software that is reliable, easily validated, modular, and easily introspected, ensuring it works correctly from the start.

Develop fault-tolerant, remote-updatable software that operates robustly in low Earth orbit (LEO) conditions.

Collaborate with avionics engineers to select components, design electrical systems, and create system architecture.

Implement and integrate software for electromechanical components such as sensors, attitude control systems, motors, battery management, communication systems, and cameras.

Ensure software systems support satellite subsystem hardware testing and simplify validation processes.

Design software for ease of testing and implement comprehensive validation procedures, including unit testing, software simulation, and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing.

Lead software development best practices, including version control, release management, and validation processes.

Ideal Qualifications

Experience in C and/or C++ software development for autonomous electromechanical systems (e.g., robotics, drones, spacecraft, or autonomous vehicles).

Strong understanding of software design and architecture for high-reliability, fault-tolerant systems, with experience in remote operation and updates.

Proven experience architecting and managing high-reliability electromechanical systems, either independently or in collaboration with avionics engineers.

A track record of operating and learning from deployed electromechanical systems.

Comfort with working independently while also collaborating effectively with others. Ability to strike a balance between careful deliberation and rapid prototyping when necessary.

A passion for innovative, cost-effective solutions, and a drive to work on cutting-edge technologies with a focus on scalability and efficiency.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, with 100% of base-policy costs covered.

Access to HSA, FSA, 401K, and commuter benefits.

Unlimited paid time off, with a mandatory two-week minimum use per year.

Daily healthy lunches provided.

A compensation and benefits plan designed to reward our employees and support their families generously.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally protected status.