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Lead Principal Flight Software Engineer

True Anomaly, Inc.Denver, CO or Long Beach, CA
On-site Full-time $180K/yr - $260K/yr

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Experience Level

Mid to Senior

Qualifications

Key Responsibilities:Direct the architecture and technical roadmap of flight software for space missions, including onboard computers, processing units, and related systems. Oversee the design and development of robust, safety-critical embedded software, prioritizing long-term maintainability and mission reliability. Lead the integration of complex Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) algorithms with flight software, working closely with the GNC team to ensure accuracy and performance. Define and uphold the Command Telemetry Database (CTDB) architecture to facilitate ground and on-orbit testing and operations. Establish and uphold software engineering standards, encompassing coding practices, design patterns, and verification and validation methods. Collaborate with the ground Command and Control (C2) software team to synchronize interfaces, data flows, and operational concepts throughout the system. Architect and oversee the development of Hardware-in-the-Loop (HITL) and Software-in-the-Loop (SITL) simulation environments for subsystem and full-vehicle testing.

About the job

A new era of space exploration has commenced. True Anomaly is in search of talented individuals with the ambition to pioneer cutting-edge technology that addresses the engineering, manufacturing, and operational challenges of space security and sustainability.

OUR MISSION

We believe that the peaceful utilization of space is vital for ongoing prosperity on Earth, impacting sectors from communications and finance to navigation and logistics. At True Anomaly, we develop innovative technology that merges spacecraft, software, and AI to augment the capabilities of the U. S., its allies, and commercial partners. Our commitment is to enhance global security by ensuring equitable access to space and its sustainability.

OUR VALUES

  • Be the offset. We engineer asymmetric advantages through creativity and ingenuity.
  • What would it take? We question assumptions to achieve ambitious outcomes.
  • It’s the people. Our team is our competitive edge, and collaboration makes us stronger.

YOUR MISSION
As the Principal Flight Software Engineer at True Anomaly, you will act as a technical authority across the entire spacecraft software stack, influencing architecture decisions, establishing engineering standards, and spearheading the development of flight software from conception to on-orbit operations. You will tackle significant challenges, steer program-level direction, and elevate the technical standards for your team. If you seek a role where your decisions profoundly impact space, this is your opportunity.

About True Anomaly, Inc.

True Anomaly, Inc. is at the forefront of the new space race, dedicated to developing innovative technologies that ensure the safety and sustainability of space. Our mission is to enhance the capabilities of the U. S. and its allies through advanced spacecraft and software solutions, safeguarding global security and promoting peaceful use of space.

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