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Terran Orbital Corporation

Staff Flight Software Engineer at Terran Orbital Corporation

Terran Orbital Corporation Irvine, CA

Job Description

Join a team where your impact reaches beyond the stars! At Terran Orbital youre not just part of the system youre a vital force propelling our mission forward. As trailblazers in satellite manufacturing and aerospace innovation we shatter boundaries daily to deliver groundbreaking solutions that power our nations defense and commercial missions. We are a unique fast growing and trusted team dedicated to swiftly and efficiently designing building launching and operating state of the art satellites for advanced mission constellations. If youre driven by purpose inspired by challenges and ready to leave your mark on the universe youll find a home and endless opportunities for growth here. Together lets redefine what is possible in orbit and beyond!SummaryTerran Orbital is seeking an experienced Staff Flight Software Engineer to join our growing team. Reporting to the Flight Software Engineering Manager the Staff Flight Software Engineer will become an integral part of our dynamic team driving the development of cutting-edge nano-satellite vehicle solutions across a variety of exciting projects. Your expertise will be pivotal in advancing our innovative technologies and contributing to the success of our mission-critical initiatives.Key Duties and Responsibilities Collaborate with multiple engineering teams to establish software requirementsPerform as the technical lead of a satellite programLead a team of junior software engineers providing mentorship and taskingDesign develop and maintain simple reliable and fault-tolerant softwareDevelop software for unique payloads such as imagers image processors communication devices and various astronomical science instruments.Create comprehensive unit and regression tests in existing frameworksIntegrate and test software in simulation flight replica flight vehicle and hardware-in-the-loop environmentsCommunicate with the customer in technical working groupsPotential 10% travel to visit customers or vendors for Design Reviews and collaborative technical workQualifications and Skills Bachelors degree in Computer Science or equivalent field.8 years of experience developing C applications for embedded high-performance or critical systems.Prior experience using GitHub or similar Git tool.Highly motivated self-starting responsible thorough and able to perform duties autonomously without supervision.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.U.S. Citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance.Additional DifferentiatorsExperience using ARM and Texas Instruments platforms for embedded systems.Experience with test equipment oscilloscopes and spectrum analyzers.Experience with Linux and GNU tools such as make GCC and debuggers such as GDB.Experience with scripting languages such as bash and Python.Familiarity with build pipelines deployment and testing on-target.Familiarity with Serial Communications - CAN RS-422/485 I2C SPI PCI SpaceWire.Your actual level and base salary will be determined case-by-case and may vary based on the job-related qualification knowledge skills education and addition to base salary we offer 100% covered medical dental and vision coverage a 401(k) match Flexible Time Off (FTO) covered life insurance maternity and paternity leave tuition reimbursement employee referrals and lots of swag!Salary Range$150000 - $190000 USDBenefits100% Company-paid comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage for you and your dependents401(k) MatchFlexible Time Off (FTO)Education ReimbursementCompetitive Paid Parental LeaveAbout Terran OrbitalTerran Orbital is a leading manufacturer of satellite products primarily serving the aerospace and defense industries. Terran Orbital provides end-to-end satellite solutions by combining satellite design production launch planning mission operations and on-orbit support to meet the needs of the most demanding military civil and commercial customers. Learn more atPhysical Demands An employee must meet the physical demands described to perform the essential functions of this job performing the duties of this job the employee is routinely required to sit or stand for long durations of time in addition to bending reaching and walking. This would require the ability to lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds. This position is generally sedentary with substantial computer usage.Work Environment The job operates in a professional office environment but in a manufacturing company. This job routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers phones photocopiers and scanners.Disclaimers To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations the applicant must be a U.S. citizen lawful permanent resident of the U.S. protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of addition please note that this position may require a current United States National Security clearance or eligibility for such a clearance.Terran Orbital is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race color religion age national origin ancestry ethnicity gender gender identity gender expression sexual orientation marital status veteran status disability genetic information or membership in any other group protected by federal state or local law.If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability you may contact us at .Terran Orbital does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters employment agencies or staffing firms. To conduct business with Terran Orbital a Master Services Agreement (MSA) must be executed and confirmed prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. Without a signed MSA Terran Orbital shall not be responsible to any individual or entity for any payment relating to any form of fee or compensation.And in the event that a resume or candidate is submitted by a recruiter an employment agency or a staffing firm without a fully executed MSA Terran Orbital has the unrestricted right to pursue and hire any of those candidate(s) without any legal or financial responsibility to the recruiter agency and/or firm.Required Experience:Staff IC Key Skills Campaigns,JSP,Dhtml,Loans,Automobile Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 150000 - 190000

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