Small Satellite Embedded Software Engineer
Overview
The Aerospace Corporation seeks a Senior Member of Technical Staff/Engineering Specialist to lead embedded software development for small satellite payloads and spacecraft sub‑systems. This role drives innovation in a fast‑paced instrument development environment while offering direct mentorship and exposure to cutting‑edge aerospace technologies.
What You'll Do9
- 1Design microcontroller‑scale architectures for small satellite embedded systems using Microchip PIC or Arm Cortex‑M0/M4/M7 platforms
- 2Develop, test, and debug embedded microcontroller and microprocessor applications
- 3Assist with software releases documentation and deployment processes
- 4Coordinate with subsystem leads to define software requirements and interface specifications
- 5Create software libraries and applications for satellite testing and operational use
- 6Lead the creation of secure, cleared software environments for government contracts
- 7Drive continuous improvement of development workflows and quality assurance practices
- 8Mentor junior engineers and foster collaborative problem solving across multidisciplinary teams
- 9Participate in requirement gathering and solution design for next‑generation satellite missions
Requirements11
- 1Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science Electrical Engineering or related field with minimum 5+ years of relevant experience
- 2Proven expertise in embedded systems development and real‑time design practices
- 3Hands‑on experience with microcontrollers such as ARM Cortex‑M0 M4 M7 and development tools like Keil or IAR
- 4Strong knowledge of RTOS and embedded Linux including kernel customization and driver development
- 5Ability to obtain U.S. security clearance and meet federal background investigation requirements
- 6Six or more years of combined experience in aerospace embedded software and systems engineering
- 7Familiarity with hardware debugging tools including oscilloscopes logic analyzers and power supply validation
- 8Experience with version control systems Git and CI/CD pipelines for embedded projects
- 9Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a highly regulated government contracting environment
- 10Commitment to lifelong learning with certifications such as AWS Certified or CPC Card preferred
- 11Excellent written and verbal communication skills for cross‑functional collaboration
Salary Insight
$110 - $194k per year
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