Flight Software Engineer

"Sometimes it is the people no one can imagine anything of who do the things no one can imagine." — Alan Turing.

[Please note that this only open to U.S. green card holders and U.S. Citizens per federal requirements]

UFO is on a mission to provide engineering support and rapid R&D services for cislunar, deep-space, and interplanetary endeavors, while developing next generation space data, networking and communication infrastructure.

Join Our Team as a Flight Software Engineer!

What You'll Do:

Write, develop and test low-level firmware, drivers, and software for complex space missions, including free-flying spacecraft and interplanetary rovers.

Participate in formal flight test campaigns.

Collaborate closely with a small, lean, multidisciplinary team.

Contribute to UFO’s future R&D and technology developments.

What We’re Looking For:

Willing and able to work in-person at our office in Pasadena, CA.

Strong programming experience in microcontroller/embedded systems (C/C++/RTOS).

High level of proficiency in testing and debugging complex embedded systems.

Experience with scripting languages for rapid prototyping and concept demonstration (Python, Ruby, etc.).

A flexible mindset with the ability to tackle loosely defined problems.

Bonus Points:

A space-nerd/enthusiast at heart.

Comfortable developing applications for cross-compiled environments.

Experienced in the aerospace, automotive, networking/communications and/or IoT industries.

Proficient in calculus and physics.

Knowledgeable of relevant engineering standards / best-practices.

Familiar with space-specific protocols and interfaces.

Other Reasons To Join UFO:

Comprehensive health insurance (medical, vision & dental).

401k / Retirement plan, paid time off, and regular learning opportunities

Company events and happy hours as well as an employee recognition/bonus program.

If you would like to provide additional information for your application, please send this to hiring at ufoco [dot] com.

Equal Opportunity:

UFO is an equal opportunity employer with diversity and inclusion embedded into our core company beliefs. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds and experiences to apply and will provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to the following; race and associated traits, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and gender expression, religion, including dress and grooming practices, pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding, marital status, genetic information, including family medical history, reproductive health decisions, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, child or spousal support withholding, domestic violence, assault, or stalking victim status, medical conditions, including cancer and AIDS/HIV, denial of family or medical care leave, political affiliations, or any other protected class, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.