Senior Flight Test Engineer

Hermeus seeks a DevOps Engineer to support the development, integration, and deployment of flight software systems. This position blends software engineering, infrastructure management, and testing, contributing to the systems that power advanced aerospace projects. Key responsibilities Design and manage GitLab CI/CD pipelines for flight software projects Su…

Join our dynamic team at Apex Technology Inc. as a Senior Flight Software Engineer, where you will play a pivotal role in developing and optimizing cutting-edge flight software systems. Your expertise will contribute to innovative aerospace solutions that enhance performance and reliability in flight operations.

Hermeus is hiring a Flight Software Verification and Validation Engineer for the Test & Infrastructure team. The position is open in Atlanta, GA or Los Angeles, CA. The primary focus is to help ensure autonomous aircraft software meets reliability and safety standards before flight. Key Responsibilities Create, improve, and maintain simulation and testing frameworks that support flight software development. Assist with system checks, safety compliance efforts, and certification processes. Validate flight software using integrated environments such as Software-in-the-Loop (SITL), Hardware-in-the-Loop (HITL), and actual aircraft systems. Assess software performance in both standard and unexpected operating scenarios. Work Location This role is available in either Atlanta, GA or Los Angeles, CA.

The aerospace industry is facing unprecedented demands for spacecraft, with a surge in companies launching payloads as launch costs decrease. This transformation has resulted in a significant need for commercial spacecraft platforms, commonly referred to as satellite buses, which accommodate customer payloads for launch.Apex Technology Inc. is at the forefront of manufacturing these satellite buses, leveraging advanced software, vertical integration, and purpose-built hardware to meet the demands of the market. Our spacecraft are pivotal in shaping the future, supporting applications from earth observation to communications and beyond.Join us in our mission to enable humanity's exploration of the cosmos.About the RoleAs a vital member of our Flight Software team, you will be instrumental in designing, developing, and maintaining the software that drives the autonomous operations of Apex’s satellite buses. Your work will ensure that our spacecraft operate reliably around the clock, even in critical scenarios.You will collaborate closely with internal teams and external clients to align your innovative solutions with our strategic goals and user needs. We seek driven engineers who excel at tackling complex challenges with a pragmatic and scalable approach, thriving in a fast-paced environment.ResponsibilitiesDesign, implement, and take ownership of mission-critical software applications for satellite systems.Assist in the commissioning of spacecraft during launch and early operational phases, ensuring software systems are fully functional during critical operations.Manage spacecraft software solutions throughout the entire lifecycle, from initial design to deployment.Conduct unit testing, integration testing, and system-level testing of software components, identifying and resolving defects.Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to establish product requirements and technical roadmaps.RequirementsMust be a U.S. Person to access export-controlled data.Minimum of 3 years of experience in flight software development.Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Join Apex Technology Inc., where we are revolutionizing the aerospace industry by developing state-of-the-art spacecraft that fulfill the pressing needs of commercial payload companies. As the demand for satellite buses grows with the reduction of launch costs, our innovative platforms are at the forefront of this transformation.As a Flight Software Engineer, you will play a crucial role in the design, development, and ownership of the software that drives the autonomous operations of our satellite buses. Your contributions will ensure reliable, mission-critical systems operate seamlessly 24/7, empowering our spacecraft to thrive in all scenarios.You will collaborate with internal teams and external clients, aligning your technical solutions with the company's objectives and user needs. We are looking for passionate engineers eager to tackle complex challenges with a strong focus on practicality and scalability in a dynamic environment.

Join Hermeus as a Senior Flight Software Engineer and play a pivotal role in advancing hypersonic flight technology. Collaborate with our talented engineering team to design, develop, and implement innovative software solutions for our cutting-edge aircraft systems. Your expertise will help shape the future of high-Mach and hypersonic aviation, ensuring mission success in partnership with the Department of Defense.

Observable Space is revolutionizing space exploration through innovative telescope design and cutting-edge software architecture. Our mission is to provide organizations with the essential tools to operate effectively in space, unlocking continuous, real-time observations through our pioneering suite of vertically integrated hardware and software products. As a frontrunner in advanced telescope design and manufacturing in the United States, we cater to various sectors including commercial, scientific, educational, and government, along with astronomy enthusiasts eager to explore the cosmos.With the support of esteemed investors such as Upfront Ventures, Oceans Ventures, Venrex, Marlinspike Partners, and Embedded Ventures, we are poised for remarkable growth and innovation.Role OverviewWe are on the lookout for a dynamic and skilled Senior Flight Software Engineer to enhance our talented team. In this pivotal role, you will design, develop, and maintain flight software systems for spacecraft and telescope platforms, collaborating with a diverse group of engineers from electrical, mechanical, optical, and software disciplines to create reliable and fault-tolerant systems for both ground-based and potential future space-based applications.

In the rapidly evolving aerospace industry, spacecraft have emerged as a critical need as the number of launch vehicles increases and the cost of reaching orbit decreases. The surge in companies launching payloads into space has created an unprecedented demand for commercial spacecraft platforms, commonly referred to as satellite buses. These essential components carry customer payloads and are integrated into various launch vehicles.At Apex, we manufacture these satellite buses at scale, utilizing an innovative blend of software, vertical integration, and hardware designed for efficient production. Our spacecraft play a pivotal role in shaping the future of society, contributing to applications ranging from earth observation to advanced communication systems.We invite you to join our mission to provide humanity with access to the vastness of space.About the RoleAs the Lead of the Flight Software team, you will be at the forefront of designing, developing, and overseeing the software that enables the autonomous operation of Apex’s satellite buses. You will take charge of mentoring, tasking, and guiding the flight software team, balancing your time between management duties and individual contributions with a 50/50 split. We seek passionate engineers eager to tackle intricate challenges with a focus on practical and scalable solutions, thriving in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.Responsibilities:Lead the flight software team in designing, implementing, and owning mission-critical software applications for satellite systems.Support the commissioning of spacecraft during launch and early operations, ensuring software systems function flawlessly during critical phases.Oversee spacecraft software solutions throughout their lifecycle, from initial design to successful deployment.Conduct unit testing, integration testing, and system-level testing, identifying and rectifying any defects or issues.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish product requirements and technical roadmaps.Requirements:U.S. Person status is required due to access to export-controlled data.5+ years of experience in flight software development.1+ years of leadership experience, preferably in a technical capacity.

CHAOS Industries is at the forefront of revolutionizing modern defense with innovative systems designed for contemporary challenges. Crafted by elite U.S. military veterans and visionary Silicon Valley pioneers, our products leverage Coherent Distributed Networks (CDN™) to empower warfighters, commercial aviation operators, and border security teams to respond swiftly, adapt efficiently, and stay ahead of emerging threats. In an age where technological adversities evolve at lightning speed, CHAOS Industries provides cutting-edge sensing and detection solutions that deliver a crucial edge: time.Founded in 2022, CHAOS Industries has successfully garnered $1 billion in funding from prestigious investors such as 8VC, Accel, and NEA. Our headquarters is based in Los Angeles, with additional offices in Washington, D.C., San Francisco, and London. For further information, please visit www.chaosinc.com.

Join Hermeus as a Senior Flight Dynamics Engineer and become a crucial part of our innovative Flight Sciences Team. In this dynamic role, you will conduct in-depth analysis, sophisticated modeling, and comprehensive testing to validate subsystem dynamics and enhance control system performance for cutting-edge high-Mach and hypersonic aircraft projects. Your expertise will be pivotal as we navigate the iterative process of high-speed flight, integrating lessons learned into future aircraft requirements from the initial design phase through to analysis, construction, and flight testing.

Join Hermes as a Flight Termination System Responsible Engineer, where you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the safety and reliability of our advanced flight systems. Your expertise will guide the design, implementation, and validation of critical termination systems, working closely with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.

Role Overview Pacific Aviation is hiring a Flight Operations and Aircraft Flight Dispatcher in Los Angeles, California. This position supports the safe and efficient movement of flights by managing key dispatch functions. What You Will Do Coordinate all aspects of flight dispatch for scheduled operations Prepare and review flight plans Analyze weather conditions and relay updates as needed Communicate directly with flight crews to share essential information What Matters Here Strong attention to detail Ability to think clearly and act decisively under pressure Commitment to safety and operational reliability

Hermeus, a pioneering manufacturer of hypersonic aircraft, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Flight Software Engineer to join our innovative team in Los Angeles, CA. In this role, you will collaborate with our hardware and systems engineers to design, develop, and implement sophisticated software solutions for our state-of-the-art aircraft systems. Your expertise will directly contribute to advancing high-Mach and hypersonic technologies, ensuring our nation and allies maintain a strategic edge in defense capabilities.

Join Hadrian in Shaping the Future of ManufacturingAt Hadrian, we are on a mission to revolutionize the aerospace and defense manufacturing landscape through our state-of-the-art autonomous factories. Our innovative approach enables companies to manufacture rockets, satellites, jets, and ships at speeds up to 10 times faster and at costs reduced by half. By integrating cutting-edge software, robotics, and comprehensive manufacturing solutions, we are redefining the production of America's most essential components.Recently, we secured a $260 million Series C funding to expedite our vision. We are thrilled to open a new state-of-the-art Factory in Mesa, Arizona—a sprawling 270,000 square foot facility that will create 350 immediate job opportunities. Furthermore, we are establishing a new headquarters to accommodate thousands of hires in the future, launching Hadrian Maritime to support naval production, and introducing our Factory-as-a-Service model for delivering holistic systems instead of mere parts.We collaborate with startups, Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers, and major defense contractors across industries such as space, shipbuilding, and aviation to enhance production, drive down costs, and expedite delivery of mission-critical initiatives. Backed by prominent investors like Lux Capital, Founders Fund, and Andreessen Horowitz, our rapidly expanding team is united by a singular goal: to modernize American manufacturing for the 21st century and beyond!Your RoleAs a Backend Software Engineer, you will engage with multiple internal products and teams:Flow is our flagship FactoryOS platform, housing applications that model, manage, and automate an intricate web of factories.Copilot offers a suite of automation products that enhance or expedite crucial factory processes, including quoting, CAM programming, and CMM programming.Factory Automation is responsible for creating robotic solutions for our factories along with the software that powers them.Prospective candidates will find diverse opportunities to innovate within our extensive backend services and applications, particularly in redefining manufacturing software, from distributed systems to automation infrastructures.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, architect, implement, and deploy critical backend services across various product lines.Develop and maintain robust, scalable, and high-performance APIs and systems tailored for a complex production environment.Collaborate with manufacturing and software experts during product discovery to determine essential features and improvements.

Join Freeform Future Corp as a Senior Embedded Software Engineer! In this role, you'll be at the forefront of developing innovative software solutions for embedded systems. Collaborate with a talented team to design, implement, and optimize software that powers our cutting-edge products. Your expertise will be essential in driving the success of our projects, ensuring high performance and reliability.

The aerospace industry faces a critical demand for innovative spacecraft solutions. With the recent surge in launch vehicles and decreasing costs to orbit, a growing number of companies are entering the space sector, necessitating advanced commercial spacecraft platforms, known as satellite buses. These satellite buses are essential for carrying payloads into space and are designed for optimal performance during launches.At Apex, we specialize in manufacturing these satellite buses at scale, leveraging cutting-edge technology in software, vertical integration, and hardware tailored for efficient manufacturing processes. Our spacecraft play a pivotal role in shaping the future of society, contributing to applications ranging from Earth observation to advanced communications.Join us on our mission to provide humanity with access to the galaxy beyond our planet!

Join Hadrian - Shaping the Future of ManufacturingAt Hadrian, we are revolutionizing the aerospace and defense sectors by creating autonomous factories that enable the manufacturing of rockets, satellites, jets, and ships up to 10 times faster and at half the cost. By integrating cutting-edge software, robotics, and comprehensive manufacturing solutions, we are transforming how America produces its most essential components.With a recent influx of $260 million in Series C funding, we are poised to accelerate our mission. We are launching a state-of-the-art Factory in Mesa, Arizona, spanning 270,000 square feet and creating 350 immediate job opportunities. Additionally, we are establishing a new headquarters to accommodate thousands of future hires, unveiling Hadrian Maritime for naval production, and introducing a Factory-as-a-Service model that provides complete systems rather than just individual components.Hadrian collaborates with startups, Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers, and major defense contractors in the realms of space, shipbuilding, and aviation to enhance production capabilities, cut costs, and expedite delivery on mission-critical projects. Supported by leading investors such as Lux Capital, Founders Fund, and Andreessen Horowitz, our rapidly expanding team is dedicated to reindustrializing American manufacturing for the 21st century and beyond!Your RoleAs a Frontend Software Engineer, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with various internal products and teams. You will work on:Flow, our FactoryOS platform that encompasses a diverse range of applications designed to model, manage, and automate our intricate network of factories.Copilot, a suite of manufacturing automation tools that streamline essential factory processes like quoting, CAM programming, and CMM programming.Factory Automation, where you will help develop robotic cells and the software that governs them.This role offers ample opportunities for those passionate about redefining manufacturing software to make a significant impact.Your ResponsibilitiesDesign, architect, and deploy vital applications across various product lines.Collaborate with manufacturing and software experts during product discovery to identify needs and enhancements.Work alongside a talented team of engineers and operators to bring innovative solutions to life.

At K2 Space Corporation, we are pioneering the development of the world's largest and most powerful satellites, enabling unprecedented performance across all orbits. With an impressive backing of $450 million from prestigious investors like Altimeter Capital, Redpoint Ventures, and Lightspeed Venture Partners, along with an additional $500 million in contracts from commercial and U.S. government clients, we are revolutionizing satellite manufacturing and operations.The advent of heavy-lift launch vehicles marks a transformative shift in the aerospace sector from mass constraints to mass abundance. This evolution necessitates a new category of spacecraft, designed to withstand extreme radiation environments and fully leverage today’s, and tomorrow’s, powerful rockets. K2 satellites provide unparalleled capabilities at a constellation scale across diverse orbits.With numerous launches scheduled through 2026 and 2027, we are committed to developing the solar system and advancing towards becoming a Kardashev Type II civilization. If you are an enthusiastic individual who thrives in a dynamic environment and is eager to contribute to the success of a groundbreaking Series C space startup, we encourage you to apply.Our enterprise software team is integral to K2 Space’s mission, developing the digital infrastructure that supports satellite design, manufacturing, and mission operations. We create tools that seamlessly connect engineering, production, and mission control, accelerating our hardware's journey from concept to orbit.

Join Hadrian — Pioneering the Future of ManufacturingAt Hadrian, we are revolutionizing aerospace and defense manufacturing with our autonomous factories, enabling companies to produce rockets, satellites, jets, and ships up to 10 times faster and at half the cost. By integrating cutting-edge software, robotics, and comprehensive manufacturing processes, we are redefining the landscape of American production.Recently, we secured a $260 million Series C funding to further our mission. Our new state-of-the-art factory in Mesa, Arizona, spans 270,000 square feet and will create 350 jobs immediately. With an expanding headquarters and the launch of Hadrian Maritime for naval production, along with our innovative Factory-as-a-Service model delivering complete systems, we are poised for significant growth.Collaborating with startups, Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers, and major defense contractors, we aim to scale production, minimize costs, and expedite delivery for mission-critical programs. Backed by top-tier investors including Lux Capital, Founders Fund, and Andreessen Horowitz, our rapidly growing team shares a commitment to reindustrializing American manufacturing for the 21st century and beyond.Your RoleAs a Fullstack Software Engineer, you will have the opportunity to work across multiple internal products and teams:Flow — Our FactoryOS, a core platform featuring applications that model, manage, and automate a highly intricate network of factories.Copilot — A suite of manufacturing automation tools that enhance critical factory processes such as quoting, CAM programming, and CMM programming.Factory Automation — Focused on developing robotic cells and the software that powers them.We offer a diverse array of applications for those eager to innovate in manufacturing software.Note: Experience in aerospace, defense, or manufacturing is not a prerequisite for success in this role.Your ResponsibilitiesDesign, architect, implement, and deploy vital applications that drive revenue and create a meaningful impact.Lead a product vertical with the potential to build and mentor a team as the role evolves.Engage in cross-functional collaboration to refine and enhance our software products.