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Flight Software Engineer

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spacekinetic logoSpacekinetic · El Segundo, CA
$120K–$150K/yrFull-timeOn-site2w ago
DocumentationEmbedded SystemsLinuxPythonRoboticsRTOS
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About the role

Space Kinetic is a cleared, venture-backed startup focused on addressing urgent national security priorities. Our goal is to deliver a suite of asymmetric capabilities for space superiority and missile defense leveraging our proprietary electromechanical deployment system, which enables the rapid deployment of low-cost payloads through space without firing a thruster. Space Kinetic is currently assembling its TRL-5 prototype. Our goal is to leverage this platform to provide the United States with a new tool for securing the space domain & catalyzing the emerging space economy.

Responsibilities

  • What It Takes:
  • Bachelor of Science (BS) or Master of Science (MS) degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering.
  • 2- 3 years of experience developing embedded or real-time software for space, aerospace, robotics, or mission-critical systems.
  • Knowledge of software development through all phases of the system lifecycle-from requirements through flight operations.
  • Entry level to Intermediate proficiency in C/C++, with working knowledge of Python or scripting languages for automation and testing.
  • Familiarity with RTOS, bare-metal programming, or Linux-based embedded systems.
  • Basic understanding of software reliability, deterministic timing, concurrency, and resource management in constrained environments.
  • To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder).
  • Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Ability to maintain or obtain a Government Security Clearance is required.
  • What We'd Love:
  • Experience with flight software frameworks (e.g., NASA cFS, F' FPrime, or custom architectures).
  • Familiarity with model-based systems engineering (MBSE) and interface control documentation.
  • Knowledge of space communication protocols (CCSDS, SpaceWire, MIL-STD-1553, etc.).
  • *Our vision is unique, and so is the team we're building. If you're driven to succeed in this role, even if your background doesn't fully align with every qualification, we want your application.
  • Where You'll Be:
  • The position is onsite at our headquarters in El Segundo, CA. Domestic travel may be required (up to ~20% of the year).

Benefits

Equity-Based CompensationHighly Competitive PTO and Holiday CalendarComprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision CoverageUnique Performance-Based Bonus StructureHealth and Wellness StipendCommuter BenefitsITAR Requirements:Equal Employment Opportunity:Space Kinetic provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.Pay Range$120,000 - $150,000 USDHealth insuranceDental insuranceVision insurancePaid time offEquity / stock optionsPerformance bonus

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A New Paradigm For Space Operations.

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