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Direct message the job poster from EVONA Technical Recruiter at EVONA - Space & Defence | Aerospace | Deep Tech Flight Software Engineer $120,000 - $170,000 Overview Company Overview Our client is redefining global navigation with a next-generation satellite system designed to deliver secure, high-precision positioning from low Earth orbit (LEO). Their innovative constellation provides resilient, centimeter-level accuracy to support autonomous vehicles, advanced robotics, critical infrastructure, and defense applications. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a mission-driven team developing the future of satellite navigation from the ground up. Position Summary We are seeking a Flight Software Engineer to develop, integrate, and optimize embedded software for satellite systems. This role will play a key part in architecting and implementing the onboard software that powers each spacecraft in a growing constellation. Youll work closely with cross-functional teamsincluding hardware, integration & test, and mission operationsto ensure robust system-level performance and scalability. This is a hands-on engineering position where your contributions will shape the reliability, safety, and performance of the spacecraft flight software stack. Responsibilities Design and implement embedded software for satellite subsystems using C/C++ Collaborate on software architecture, hardware/software interface development, and system integration Lead and execute end-to-end testing of software with hardware, including fault management and recovery strategies Optimize software performance, reliability, and resilience for real-time operation in orbit Document software workflows, integration procedures, and operational behavior Coordinate with teams across systems engineering, I&T, and mission operations to ensure seamless spacecraft performance Support ongoing improvements to development, testing, and release processes Minimum Qualifications Proficiency in embedded software development with C/C++ on real-time operating systems (RTOS) or aerospace frameworks (e.g., cFS, F, TASTE) Experience testing software in integrated systems, including interface-level and fault scenario validation Strong understanding of hardware/software communication protocols (CAN, RS-422/485, Ethernet, etc.) Solid grasp of embedded systems design, software testing methodologies, and debugging techniques Effective communicator with strong collaboration skills across engineering functions U.S. citizenship or U.S. lawful permanent residency (Green Card) required under export control regulations Preferred Qualifications Experience with satellite operations, autonomy, or fault detection, isolation, and recovery (FDIR) Background in aerospace or high-reliability embedded systems Hands-on work with satellite flight hardware or spacecraft testbeds Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Engineering and Information Technology Industries Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing Defense and Space Manufacturing Space Research and Technology Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at EVONA by 2x Inferred from the description for this job Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Get notified about new Software Engineer jobs in Burlingame, CA . 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