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Application Software Engineer, Flight Software Verified today

SpaceX · Hawthorne, CA · SoftwareOwn full-stack software systems that power SpaceX's launch operations and Starlink constellation. You'll design and build mission-critical applications used across the company, from rapid Starship manufacturing to satellite network management.$125,000 to $160,000 per yearOn site

FSW Technician I, Second Shift Verified today

Relativity Space · Long Beach, CA · SoftwareYou will run friction stir welding equipment, prep and post-weld blend Terran R primary structures, perform precision inspection, and assist in lift operations. Work second shift (3 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.) on the Stage Manufacturing team building rocket hardware at scale.On site

Associate Embedded Software Engineer Verified today

AnySignal · Los Angeles, CA · SoftwareYou'll own embedded C++ development for mission-critical RF radio systems on Linux platforms, collaborating with hardware and FPGA engineers on real space and defense products. Work on hardware bring-up, RF debugging, and automated testing in a fast-moving startup.$110,000 to $145,000 per yearOn site

Senior Spacecraft Embedded Software Engineer Verified today

Varda Space · El Segundo, CA · SoftwareYou will develop and own all phases of reliable firmware controlling Varda's spacecraft, satellite bus, and reentry capsule through their entire orbital mission. Write structured C++ code for embedded processors, scope requirements, and ensure quality through testing and validation.$169,067 to $216,031 per yearOn site

Senior Spacecraft Flight Software Engineer Verified today

Varda Space · El Segundo, CA · SoftwareYou will develop reliable flight software that determines how Varda's spacecraft, satellite bus, and reentry capsules operate in orbit. Own all aspects from design through testing and flight operations, writing structured C++ for embedded processors in a safety-critical environment.$169,067 to $216,031 per yearOn site

Software Engineer I - Flight Software Verified today

Sierra Space · 2 Locations · SoftwareDesign, develop, and test software for space systems and satellites. You'll write clean, maintainable code, collaborate with senior engineers, manage version control, and participate in code reviews to ensure quality across flight software projects.$83,999 to $115,498 per yearOn siteEarly career

Embedded Software Developer – Level 3 Verified today

Blue Origin · 2 Locations · SoftwareDesign and develop embedded software for Blue Origin's avionics and electric propulsion hardware. You'll collaborate with electrical and FPGA engineers across the full software lifecycle, from architecture through deployment, working on cutting-edge aerospace systems for national security missions.$150,931 to $211,303 per yearOn site

Embedded Software Engineer II Verified today

Blue Origin · 2 Locations · SoftwareDesign and test embedded flight software for Blue Ring, a hybrid solar-electric and chemical spacecraft operating across Earth orbit, Moon, and Mars. You'll develop hardware interfaces, run integration tests, and collaborate with avionics engineers to power one of the most maneuverable multi-mission spacecraft ever built.$123,714 to $173,200 per yearOn site

Mission Operations Engineer II - Ground Segment Verified today

Vast · Long Beach, CA · SoftwareOwn the ground segment for Vast's Haven Station missions. You'll design operations procedures, lead pre-flight testing of spacecraft and ground systems, execute vehicle commissioning and on-orbit operations, and ensure safe communications between spacecraft and ground control.$110,000 to $195,000 per yearOn site

Embedded Software Engineer Verified today

AnySignal · Los Angeles, CA · SoftwareOwn mission-critical embedded systems for space RF products, from RF IC drivers and FPGA interfaces through fault-tolerant Linux deployment. You'll design and test C++ code, support hardware bring-up, build automated tests, and work directly with customers integrating products into flight systems.$130,000 to $180,000 per yearOn site

Sr Software Engineer - Flight Software Verified today

Sierra Space · 2 Locations · SoftwareDesign, architect, and develop safety-critical flight software systems for space missions. You will lead a team of engineers, make high-level technical decisions, and mentor junior staff while ensuring reliability and performance across complex embedded systems.$156,666 to $215,437 per yearOn site

Embedded Software Engineer, Platform (Starshield) Verified today

SpaceX · Hawthorne, CA · SoftwareYou'll own the platform software stack that boots and secures Starshield spacecraft: bootloaders, Linux kernel, drivers, and firmware. Work across full lifecycle from development through on-orbit support, collaborating with electrical and FPGA teams.$125,000 to $160,000 per yearOn site

Software Engineer I - Flight Software Verified today

Sierra Space · 2 Locations · SoftwareDesign, develop, and test software for Sierra Space's satellites and spacecraft systems. You'll write clean code, collaborate with senior engineers, and work with version control systems like Git in an entry-level role supporting critical national security missions.$83,999 to $115,498 per yearOn siteEarly career

Software Engineer I - Ground Software Verified today

Sierra Space · 2 Locations · SoftwareDesign, develop, and test ground software applications for space systems and satellites. You'll write clean code, collaborate with senior engineers, manage version control with Git, and participate in code reviews while learning space-specific software concepts.$83,999 to $115,498 per yearOn siteEarly career

Embedded Software Engineer, Ground Systems Verified today

AnySignal · Los Angeles, CA · SoftwareDevelop the software that controls ground antenna systems and electromechanical components for space RF missions. You will build low-level interfaces, integrate new electrical and mechanical systems, and work cross-functionally with mechanical, electrical, and RF engineers to deploy reliable ground stations.$130,000 to $200,000 per yearOn site

Flight Software Engineer II Verified today

True Anomaly · Denver, CO +1 more · SoftwareYou will develop flight software for autonomous spacecraft, integrating GNC algorithms and managing command telemetry databases. Work across design, integration, test and on-orbit missions with embedded RTOS, C/C++, and safety-critical systems.$95,000 to $140,000 per yearOn site

Flight Software Engineer III Verified today

True Anomaly · Denver, CO +1 more · SoftwareLead flight software development for autonomous spacecraft and space-based systems. You'll own design through test, integrate GNC algorithms, manage command telemetry databases, and mentor junior engineers across the full spacecraft program lifecycle.$120,000 to $180,000 per yearOn site

Principal Flight Software Engineer Verified today

True Anomaly · Denver, CO +1 more · SoftwareOwn the full spacecraft software stack from architecture through on-orbit operations. You will drive GNC integration, define command/telemetry databases, establish engineering standards, and lead HITL/SITL simulation environments for autonomous space missions.$180,000 to $285,000 per yearOn site

Senior Flight Software Engineer Verified today

True Anomaly · Denver, CO +1 more · SoftwareYou'll architect flight software for True Anomaly's autonomous spacecraft, integrating GNC algorithms, device drivers, and command systems across design, test, and on-orbit operations. This role spans the full spacecraft development lifecycle in a culture built for speed and innovation.$155,000 to $225,000 per yearOn site

Staff Flight Software Engineer Verified today

True Anomaly · Denver, CO +1 more · SoftwareBuild flight software for autonomous spacecraft and space-based systems. You'll develop firmware for on-board computers, integrate GNC algorithms, and own the full lifecycle from design through on-orbit test and mission operations.$175,000 to $270,000 per yearOn site

Principal Flight Software Engineer Verified today

Rocket Lab · Long Beach, CA · SoftwareDevelop flight software for spacecraft that launch within weeks. You'll write real-time embedded code for sensors, actuators and autonomous systems, then watch it operate on orbit. Lead junior engineers and collaborate across hardware and systems teams.$210,000 to $324,000 per yearOn site

Software Engineer II (Ground Software) Verified today

Relativity Space · Long Beach, CA · SoftwareYou'll build the operator UI frontend platform for Terran R, our automated rocket factory. Work with TypeScript and React to create shared components, migrate legacy systems, and render live hardware telemetry efficiently across teams.$130,000 to $196,000 per yearOn site

Satellite Flight Software Engineer III - TeraWave Verified today

Blue Origin · 3 Locations · SoftwareYou'll design and implement command and data handling flight software for TeraWave, Blue Origin's 5,408-satellite communications constellation. You'll own telecommand processing, time management, and hardware interfaces while collaborating with systems engineers to deliver mission-critical avionics across low and medium Earth orbit.$164,652 to $230,513 per year

Satellite Flight Software Engineer III - TeraWave Verified today

Blue Origin · 3 Locations · SoftwareYou will design and develop flight software for TeraWave's command and data handling system, telecommand and telemetry processing, and spacecraft time management across a 5,408-vehicle satellite constellation. Work hands-on with mission-critical onboard avionics software for a global communications network.$164,652 to $230,513 per year

Satellite Flight Software Engineer III - TeraWave Verified today

Blue Origin · 3 Locations · SoftwareBuild flight software for TeraWave, Blue Origin's 5,408-vehicle satellite constellation delivering 6 Tbps global communications. You'll design command and data handling, telecommand/telemetry processing, and time management systems for LEO and MEO satellites.$164,652 to $230,513 per yearOn site

Sr. Satellite Flight Software Engineer - TeraWave Verified today

Blue Origin · 3 Locations · SoftwareYou will architect core flight software for TeraWave, Blue Origin's next-generation satellite constellation. Design scalable frameworks, command and data handling systems, health monitoring infrastructure, and secure over-the-air updates for 5,408 optically interconnected LEO/MEO satellites.$197,529 to $276,540 per year

Embedded Software Engineer II Verified today

CesiumAstro · El Segundo, CA · SoftwareYou will develop and port embedded Linux applications, configure kernels and bootloaders, and maintain Yocto-based build systems for CesiumAstro's satellite communication platforms. Work across hardware, systems, and FPGA teams on flight software from concept through in-orbit support.On site

Onboard Software Engineer - Core Services Verified today

Loft Orbital · San Francisco, CA · SoftwareOwn the design and delivery of onboard flight software that powers Loft's satellite fleet. You'll build core services for attitude control, navigation, and scheduling across all satellite programs, write production C++ and Python code, conduct code reviews, and operate the on-orbit fleet.On site

Onboard Software Engineer - Hyperdrive Verified today

Loft Orbital · San Francisco, CA · SoftwareDesign and own onboard software for Hyperdrive, the platform powering every service across Loft's spacecraft. You will build core capabilities for mission logic, fault detection, and lifecycle management while operating the on-orbit fleet.On site

Embedded Software Engineer Verified today

Cowboy Space · San Carlos, CA +1 more · SoftwareYou'll own embedded software for spacecraft power distribution, thermal control, and avionics subsystems from board bring-up through on-orbit operations. Design real-time drivers, control loops, and firmware update mechanisms on FreeRTOS and bare-metal microcontrollers. Work at the hardware boundary: read schematics, debug with JTAG and scopes, diagnose firmware and hardware issues.$130,000 to $185,000 per yearOn site

Firmware Engineer, Security Verified today

Blue Origin · 3 Locations · SoftwareYou will develop ROM code, bootloaders, and runtime firmware for secure enclaves in TeraWave custom ASICs. Work with hardware and systems engineers on secure boot, attestation, OTA updates, and post-silicon validation of next-generation satellite communications hardware.$192,051 to $268,870 per yearOn site

Senior Firmware Engineer, Security Verified today

Blue Origin · 4 Locations · SoftwareBuild foundational firmware for secure enclaves in Blue Origin's TeraWave satellite constellation. You'll develop bootloaders, secure boot systems, and OTA update infrastructure for custom ASICs, working across silicon, security, and systems teams from pre-silicon verification through production deployment.$230,398 to $322,557 per yearOn site

Senior Firmware Engineer- Terawave Verified today

Blue Origin · 2 Locations · SoftwareBuild ROM code and runtime firmware for Digital Beamforming ASICs in TeraWave, Blue Origin's revolutionary satellite communications network. You will develop firmware for beam pointing, calibration, link management, and secure boot, working with hardware and systems engineers through pre-silicon and post-silicon validation.$230,398 to $322,557 per yearOn site

Embedded Software Developer – Level 3 Verified today

Blue Origin · 3 Locations · SoftwareDesign and develop embedded software for avionics and electric propulsion hardware in our In-Space Systems business unit. You'll collaborate with electrical and FPGA engineers across the full software lifecycle, from architecture through verification and deployment.$119,814 to $167,739 per yearOn site

Flight Software Engineer II Verified today

Rocket Lab · Long Beach, CA · SoftwareDevelop application software and hardware drivers for spacecraft that launch to orbit within weeks. You'll write code for IMUs, star trackers, and reaction wheels, then watch it operate on real missions via Rocket Lab's own rockets and launch sites.$112,000 to $145,000 per yearOn site

Embedded Software Engineer Verified today

Observable Space · Los Angeles, CA · SoftwareYou'll develop embedded Linux systems and low-level firmware for robotic ground telescopes and on-orbit compute platforms. Work hands-on with hardware bring-up, driver development across PCIe, SPI, I2C, and MIPI interfaces, and prototype assembly alongside senior engineers.Hybrid

Full Stack Software Engineer, Flight Software Verified today

SpaceX · Cape Canaveral, FL · SoftwareOwn full stack software systems powering Starship production, Starlink satellite operations, and launch vehicles. You will design and deploy mission-critical applications used across SpaceX, working with teams on crewed launches, constellation management, and next-generation manufacturing platforms.On site

Embedded Software Engineer Verified today

Sidus Space · Cape Canaveral, FL · SoftwareYou will design, develop, and test embedded software and firmware for satellite and space hardware systems. Working with microcontrollers, Linux, and FPGA interfaces, you'll collaborate with hardware engineers to deliver highly reliable solutions for mission-critical applications.On site

Software Engineer III (Flight Software) Verified today

Sierra Space · 2 Locations · SoftwareDesign, develop and test flight software for space systems and spacecraft. You'll architect complex software solutions, mentor engineers, and lead code reviews while working on mission-critical space technologies that protect national security.$129,776 to $178,441 per yearOn site

Embedded Software Engineer III - Lunar Permanence Verified today

Blue Origin · 2 Locations · SoftwareYou will design and verify embedded software for mission-critical avionics on Blue Moon lunar landers, working directly with hardware engineers. Your work will configure, control and enhance Command & Data Handling, power systems, cameras, lidars and radars built on FPGAs and advanced SoC devices.$150,931 to $211,303 per yearOn site

Embedded Software Engineer III, Strata Common Platform Team Verified today

Blue Origin · 2 Locations · SoftwareDevelop platform software and device drivers powering Blue Origin's fleet of space vehicles. You'll work on embedded avionics systems, collaborate with hardware engineers, and drive performance optimization across multiple hardware architectures from day one.$150,931 to $211,303 per yearOn site

Embedded Software Engineer II, Strata Common Platform Team Verified today

Blue Origin · 2 Locations · SoftwareDevelop embedded platform software and device drivers powering Blue Origin's fleet of space vehicles. You'll build real-time avionics systems, partner with hardware teams, and drive innovation across multiple spacecraft platforms.$123,714 to $173,200 per yearOn site

Embedded Software Engineer IV Verified today

Blue Origin · Los Angeles, CA · SoftwareYou will lead coding, testing and validation of vehicle control software for remotely controlled rovers, owning software system requirements and schedules. Work with scientists and engineering teams to develop robust autonomous systems from concept to production.$197,529 to $276,540 per yearOn site

Ground Software Architect - TeraWave Verified today

Blue Origin · 2 Locations · SoftwareDesign and deploy mission operations software for Blue Origin's TeraWave satellite constellation, a multi-orbit network delivering up to 6 Tbps globally. Lead architecture, technology selection, and a team of developers building space-to-ground communications, command and control, and flight dynamics systems.$230,773 to $323,082 per yearOn site

Principal Embedded Software Engineer Verified today

Blue Origin · Los Angeles, CA · SoftwareLead the autonomy system for Honeybee Robotics' CT-4 lunar rover, enabling real-time terrain mapping and hazard avoidance across permanently shadowed regions at the lunar south pole. You'll own classical perception and navigation from concept through flight operations.$230,773 to $323,082 per yearOn site

Satellite Flight Software Engineer III - TeraWave Verified today

Blue Origin · 3 Locations · SoftwareYou'll design and build command and data handling (C&DH), telecommand and telemetry processing, and time management flight software for TeraWave, Blue Origin's 5,408-vehicle satellite communications constellation. Work hands-on with spacecraft avionics, hardware integration, and on-orbit operations.$164,652 to $230,513 per year

Senior Embedded Software Engineer (IV) - Lunar Permanence Verified today

Blue Origin · 2 Locations · SoftwareYou will develop embedded software for mission-critical avionics on Blue Origin's Blue Moon lunar landers, working directly with hardware engineers on Command & Data Handling, power systems, cameras, lidars, and radars. Hands-on lab debugging, FPGA/SoC integration, and bare-metal programming are core to this role.$181,626 to $254,275 per yearOn site

Sr. Back-end Ground Software Engineer - Lunar Permanence Verified today

Blue Origin · 2 Locations · SoftwareYou will design and deploy safety-critical ground software for Blue Origin's Lunar Permanence Mission Operations Centers, enabling Earth-based operators to fly lunar vehicles. Work across flight/ground integration, telemetry processing, spacecraft health monitoring, and operations training.$181,626 to $254,275 per yearOn site

Sr. Back-end Ground Software Engineer - Lunar Permanence Verified today

Blue Origin · 2 Locations · SoftwareDesign and deploy safety-critical ground software for Blue Moon lunar landers and mission operations centers. You'll build systems that enable Earth-based operators to command spacecraft, monitor health, process telemetry, and execute mission-critical functions in support of lunar exploration.$181,626 to $254,275 per yearOn site

Sr. Satellite Flight Software Engineer - TeraWave Verified today

Blue Origin · 2 Locations · SoftwareArchitect and develop core flight software for TeraWave, Blue Origin's next-generation satellite communications constellation of 5,408 optically interconnected LEO and MEO satellites. You will design scalable software frameworks, command and data handling systems, and secure OTA update capabilities for mission-critical global connectivity.$181,626 to $254,275 per year

Embedded Software Engineer II Verified today

CesiumAstro · El Segundo, CA · SoftwareDevelop embedded Linux applications, device drivers, and bootloaders for CesiumAstro's satellite communication systems. You'll own the full software lifecycle from architecture through in-orbit support, working across hardware, systems, and FPGA teams on Xilinx and microcontroller platforms.On site

Senior Embedded Software Engineer Verified today

CesiumAstro · El Segundo, CA · SoftwareYou will own embedded software design for CesiumAstro's satellite communication systems, from Linux-based single-board computers to high-reliability microcontroller platforms. Work across the full stack, requirements to in-orbit support, interfacing with hardware teams and customers.On site

Staff Embedded Software Engineer Verified today

CesiumAstro · El Segundo, CA · SoftwareDefine embedded software architectures and lead technical direction across multiple satellite and UAV programs. You will be CesiumAstro's embedded software authority, responsible for solving complex integration challenges and advancing next-generation technologies across the organization.On site

Chief Engineer, Ground Software Verified today

True Anomaly · Denver, CO +1 more · SoftwareArchitect end-to-end ground segment software for a missile defense program spanning interceptors, spacecraft, and command systems. You will own the technical baseline for real-time C2, data pipelines, cybersecurity, and multi-vendor integration across a large-scale heterogeneous system.$190,000 to $305,000 per yearOn site

Flight Software Engineer I (Temp-to-hire) Verified today

True Anomaly · Denver, CO +1 more · SoftwareYou will develop flight software for autonomous spacecraft across design, test, and mission phases. Work on firmware architecture, GNC algorithm integration, command telemetry systems, and satellite simulators in a fast-moving space defense company.$90,000 per yearOn siteEarly career

Full Stack Engineer, Flight Software Verified today

SpaceX · Hawthorne, CA · SoftwareOwn full stack software systems that power SpaceX's launch vehicles and Starlink constellation. You'll design and build applications used across the company, from manufacturing and fleet management to customer-facing platforms. Work with a collaborative engineering team on problems that directly enable rapid Starship reuse and the world's largest satellite network.$125,000 to $160,000 per yearOn site

Senior Embedded Software Engineer, Linux Verified today

Relativity Space · Long Beach, CA · SoftwareYou'll develop embedded Linux firmware for avionics boxes on Terran R rockets, working on network switches and camera platforms that fly at Mach 5. Lead hardware bring-up, debug across the full stack from kernel to application, and see your code deployed to production hardware within days.$154,000 to $230,000 per yearOn site

Senior Flight Software Engineer Verified today

Relativity Space · Long Beach, CA · SoftwareYou will architect and own core flight software for Terran R, a production rocket. Lead the vehicle control systems that run at Mach 5, integrate GNC algorithms and sensor data, and deploy code to live engines. Mentor junior engineers and define best practices for the team.$154,000 to $230,000 per yearOn site

Staff Software Engineer, Ground Software Verified today

Relativity Space · Long Beach, CA · SoftwareOwn the frontend platform powering Terran R launch operations. You'll architect the operator UI shell, design system, and shared data layer that domain teams build on, consolidate multiple frontends into one unified application, and render live hardware telemetry at safety-critical performance standards.$181,000 to $271,000 per yearOn site

Director of Flight Software Engineering Verified today

Xona Space · Burlingame, CA · SoftwareOwn the flight software architecture and team delivering onboard software for the Pulsar satellite constellation. Lead embedded developers and V&V engineers through design, testing, launch, and on-orbit operations at scale.On site

Ground Software Engineer Verified today

Reflect Orbital · Hawthorne, CA · SoftwareDesign and operate the ground software that flies our satellites. You'll build telemetry pipelines, operator dashboards, and automation for mission control, then deploy and support what you create on AWS and Kubernetes.On site

Principal Ground Software Engineer Verified today

Reflect Orbital · Hawthorne, CA · SoftwareYou'll architect the ground segment for multi-satellite constellation operations, making build/buy/extend decisions on command and control systems, mission planning, and fleet management. Lead a small hands-on team through launch campaigns, commissioning, and sustained operations.On site

Senior Ground Software Engineer Verified today

Reflect Orbital · Hawthorne, CA · SoftwareOwn the ground software that flies Reflect's satellites. You'll design telemetry and command systems, build operator dashboards, deploy on AWS and Kubernetes, and operate mission-critical systems end-to-end.On site

Staff Flight Software Engineer Verified today

Observable Space · Los Angeles, CA · SoftwareDesign and build flight software for spacecraft and telescope platforms, including command, control, and data handling systems. You'll architect fault-tolerant software for autonomous space operations and collaborate with hardware teams on integration and testing.Hybrid

Senior Embedded Software Engineer - TeraWave Customer Terminals Verified today

Blue Origin · 2 Locations · SoftwareBuild mission-critical embedded firmware for TeraWave satellite terminals, controlling real-time beam steering across hundreds of Beamforming ICs and high-speed RF transceivers. You will develop bare-metal and RTOS-based C/C++ code for resource-constrained systems operating in extreme space conditions.$197,529 to $276,540 per year

Senior Flight Software Engineer I Verified today

Rocket Lab · Long Beach, CA · SoftwareYou'll develop real-time flight software for spacecraft, sensors and actuators that launch to orbit within weeks. Write application code, hardware drivers and unit tests for missions to the Moon, Mars and beyond. Your software runs on actual hardware in space, not in labs.$145,000 to $207,000 per yearOn site

Senior Flight Software Engineer II Verified today

Rocket Lab · Long Beach, CA · SoftwareYou'll develop application software and hardware drivers for spacecraft sensors and actuators running on real-time operating systems. Your code launches within weeks and operates on orbit across lunar, Mars, and constellation missions for NASA and US Space Force.$175,000 to $272,000 per yearOn site

Product Manager II - Spacecraft Software Platform Verified today

Muon Space · San Jose, CA · SoftwareOwn the end-to-end roadmap for our spacecraft flight software platform and onboard compute. You'll define features, author PRDs, conduct customer interviews, and coordinate across flight software, hardware, and mission systems teams to deliver capabilities that meet customer mission needs.$190,000 to $210,000 per yearHybrid

Senior Software Engineering Manager, Flight Software Verified today

Muon Space · San Jose, CA · SoftwareLead a software engineering team building the flight and payload systems that operate Muon's LEO satellite constellation. You will own the core software, services, and tools for communications, telemetry, power management, sensor operation and system orchestration.$240,000 to $265,000 per yearHybrid

Senior Flight Software Engineer Verified today

Logos Space · Mountain View, CA · SoftwareYou will own flight avionics software design, development and on-orbit validation for Logos' LEO satellite fleet. Develop high-throughput embedded real-time software in C/C++, select microcontrollers, and drive product delivery from design through launch and operations.On site

Senior Platform Firmware Engineer Verified today

Cowboy Space · San Carlos, CA · SoftwareOwn platform firmware and board bring-up for advanced compute systems destined for orbit. You'll develop FPGA logic, BMC firmware, and autonomous recovery systems that keep satellites operational from first power-on through deployment.$170,000 to $235,000 per yearOn site

Senior Flight Software Engineer - Embedded Linux Verified today

Starpath Robotics · Hawthorne, CA · SoftwareOwn the Linux platform layer for Starpath's lunar rover autonomy computer, including kernel, drivers, boot chain, and device interfaces. You'll work with robotics and autonomy engineers to build flight-ready software for our Moon mission.On site

Senior Flight Software Engineer II - Secret Clearance Verified today

Rocket Lab · Long Beach, CA · SoftwareYou'll develop application software and hardware drivers for spacecraft sensors and actuators, from requirements through on-orbit testing. Your code runs on real missions within weeks, not years, working alongside systems engineers on lunar, Mars, and national security missions.$175,000 to $272,000 per yearOn site

Senior Flight Software Engineer I - Secret Clearance Verified today

Rocket Lab · Long Beach, CA · SoftwareDevelop flight software that launches to orbit within weeks. You'll build real-time applications and hardware drivers for spacecraft sensors and actuators, collaborating with systems and hardware engineers to validate software on actual missions.$145,000 to $207,000 per yearOn site

Senior Ground Software Engineer I Verified today

Rocket Lab · Long Beach, CA · SoftwareOwn the architecture and evolution of Rocket Lab's web-based ground software platforms for spacecraft operations. You'll partner with flight software, mission ops, and systems teams to design scalable ground systems supporting lunar, Mars, and commercial missions.$152,000 to $233,000 per yearOn site

Senior Ground Software Engineer II Verified today

Rocket Lab · Long Beach, CA · SoftwareOwn the architecture of Rocket Lab's web-based ground software platforms for spacecraft operations across 1,700+ missions. You'll translate mission needs into scalable systems, partner with flight software and operations teams, and serve as technical authority for ground systems reliability.$184,000 to $284,000 per yearOn site

Onboard Software Engineer - Deployment & Runtime Environments Verified today

Loft Orbital · San Francisco, CA · SoftwareYou'll own how software gets packaged, deployed, and executed onboard our satellites. Work across Linux internals, container runtimes, and CI pipelines to build the deployment and runtime systems that power our growing fleet.On site

Software Engineer III/Sr/Principal, Flight Software (Contractor) Verified today

Sierra Space · 2 Locations · SoftwareDesign and develop flight software and algorithms for small satellite missions supporting civilian and DoD applications. You'll architect complex software systems, conduct testing in prototype and flight environments, and mentor other engineers across the full software lifecycle.$126,610 to $174,089 per yearOn site

Sr Software Engineer, Ground Software Verified today

Sierra Space · 2 Locations · SoftwareDesign, architect and implement ground software systems for space platforms. Lead teams through complex technical decisions on cost, schedule and performance. You'll manage code quality, mentor engineers and stay current with space technology advancements.$156,666 to $215,437 per year

Sr Software Engineer, Product Owner - Ground Software Verified today

Sierra Space · 2 Locations · SoftwareDesign and develop ground software applications for space systems while architecting complex solutions that impact program cost and schedule. Lead software teams, manage product backlog, and drive prioritization across competing technical and business requirements.$156,666 to $215,437 per year

Embedded Software Engineer Verified today

Array Labs · Redwood City, CA · SoftwareArray Labs builds advanced radar systems to help humanity understand and respond to changes across the physical world. We’re launching a coordinated fleet of radar satellites to create a high-resolution 3D map of the Earth - updated in real time - enabling faster, smarter decision-making for government and commercial organizations supporting disaster response, infrastructure resilience, and mission-critical...

Embedded Software Test Engineer Verified today

Array Labs · Redwood City, CA · SoftwareAbout Us Array Labs builds advanced radar systems to help humanity understand and respond to changes across the physical world. We're launching a coordinated fleet of radar satellites to create a high-resolution 3D map of the Earth, updated in real time, enabling faster, smarter decision-making for government and commercial organizations supporting disaster response, infrastructure resilience, and...On site

Senior Mission Operations Engineer - Ground Segment Verified today

Vast · Long Beach, CA · SoftwareYou will own ground segment operations for Vast's Haven Station and Satellite missions, leading pre-flight testing, on-orbit execution, and continuous process improvement. Work across disciplines to ensure safe, successful spacecraft operations from launch through deorbit.$162,000 to $230,000 per yearOn site

Staff Flight Software Engineer Verified today

Vast · Long Beach, CA · SoftwareDevelop fault-tolerant flight software for Haven Station, Vast's next-generation commercial space station. You will code safety-critical systems, integrate with avionics hardware, and own telemetry and commanding systems across all Haven missions.$188,600 to $267,700 per yearOn site

Engineering Manager, Ground Software Verified today

True Anomaly · Denver, CO +1 more · SoftwareLead a cross-functional ground software engineering team building distributed systems that control autonomous spacecraft and mission-critical operations. You'll own the technical roadmap, develop high-performing engineers, and shape the architectural foundation of True Anomaly's ground platform.$160,000 to $270,000 per yearOn site

Flight Software Engineer Verified today

Stratolaunch · Mojave, CA · SoftwareYou'll develop and test flight software for Stratolaunch's Talon air-launched hypersonic vehicles, owning vehicle management system integration and subsystem code. Collaborate across system development, ground test, and flight test phases to validate cutting-edge autonomous platforms.$101,000 to $146,500 per yearHybrid

Embedded Software Engineer, Laser Mesh Routing (Starlink) Verified today

SpaceX · Palo Alto, CA · SoftwareYou will develop real-time software that determines beam formation across Starlink's orbital laser mesh network, directly improving satellite internet performance for millions of users. Lead architecture design, build prototypes, and deploy software across virtualized and on-orbit systems.$135,000 to $175,000 per yearOn site

Software Engineer, Embedded Software (Starshield) Verified today

SpaceX · Hawthorne, CA · SoftwareSpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. SOFTWARE ENGINEER, EMBEDDED SOFTWARE (STARSHIELD) The Starshield mission is to support national security through a focus on timely and...$125,000 to $145,000 per year

Software Engineer, Flight Software C++ (Starshield) Verified today

SpaceX · Hawthorne, CA · SoftwareSpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. SOFTWARE ENGINEER, FLIGHT SOFTWARE (STARSHIELD) The Starshield mission is to support national security through a focus on timely and...$125,000 to $150,000 per year

Software Engineer, Flight Software (Starship) Verified today

SpaceX · Hawthorne, CA · SoftwareSpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. SOFTWARE ENGINEER, FLIGHT SOFTWARE (STARSHIP) SpaceX's Starship spacecraft and Super Heavy rocket (collectively referred to as...$125,000 to $145,000 per year

Sr. Embedded Software Engineer, Laser Mesh Routing (Starlink) Verified today

SpaceX · Palo Alto, CA · SoftwareSpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. SR.$175,000 to $240,000 per year

Sr. Software Engineer, Flight Software (Starship) Verified today

SpaceX · Hawthorne, CA · SoftwareSpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. SR.$160,000 to $225,000 per year

Sr. Wireless Firmware Engineer (Starlink Mobile) Verified today

SpaceX · Palo Alto, CA · SoftwareYou will design and implement physical layer algorithms for satellite-based 4G/5G systems, develop optimized signal processing for resource-constrained hardware, and debug complex wireless performance issues across PHY and MAC layers at Starlink Mobile.$170,000 to $235,000 per yearOn site

Wireless Firmware Engineer (Starlink Mobile) Verified today

SpaceX · Palo Alto, CA · SoftwareSpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. WIRELESS FIRMWARE ENGINEER (STARLINK MOBILE) The Starlink Mobile program is working to provide global cellular connectivity from space.$135,000 to $155,000 per year

Spacecraft Ground Software Engineer II Verified today

Quantum Space · Hawthorne, CA · SoftwareBuild and own the ground software architecture that powers spacecraft testing, command and telemetry workflows, and on-orbit operations. You'll lead end-to-end system development from design through deployment, working across flight software, AI&T, and mission operations teams.$120,000 to $150,000 per yearOn site

Senior Software Engineer, Flight Software Verified today

Muon Space · San Jose, CA · SoftwareYou will design, develop, and test the embedded flight software and firmware running on Muon's orbiting satellites. Work across the full satellite bus platform, from low-level drivers to cloud integration, collaborating with hardware and software teams to bring systems from concept to on-orbit operations.$213,000 to $237,000 per yearOn site

Senior Software Engineer, Ground Software Verified today

Muon Space · San Jose, CA · SoftwareBuild Muon's mission planning and control system, cloud architecture, and spacecraft-to-cloud data integration. You will own the full lifecycle of ground software that enables satellite communication, from Docker and FastAPI development through production infrastructure on AWS, Kubernetes, and Kafka.$213,000 to $237,000 per yearOn site

Software Engineer, Flight Software Verified today

Muon Space · San Jose, CA · SoftwareYou will design, develop, and test the embedded software and firmware that runs on Muon's orbiting satellites. Working with the flight software team, you will build the satellite bus platform from concept through on-orbit operations, integrating compute and peripheral subsystems.$190,000 to $212,000 per yearOn site

Flight Software Engineer Verified today

K2 Space · Los Angeles, CA · SoftwareYou will develop and verify flight software that controls propulsion, attitude control, and power systems for some of the largest spacecraft ever built. In your first 6 months, you'll architect core software for real-time, fault-tolerant control; within two years, you'll operate your code on multiple spacecraft in demanding missions.$123,000 to $170,000 per yearOn site

Ground Software Engineer Verified today

K2 Space · Los Angeles, CA · SoftwareYou'll design and build the ground software that controls K2's largest-ever satellites from build through on-orbit operations. Work across Rust backend and TypeScript frontend to develop mission automation, constellation operations, and payload software for multiple launches starting 2027.$123,000 to $150,000 per yearOn site

Principal Flight Software Engineer Verified today

K2 Space · Los Angeles, CA · SoftwareYou'll design and build mission-critical flight software for the largest, highest-power satellites ever flown. Own the architecture for real-time fault-tolerant control of 20kW+ spacecraft, from propulsion and attitude control to power management, and verify your code on orbit across multiple demanding missions.$200,000 to $240,000 per yearOn site

Senior Firmware Engineer, Vehicle Verified today

K2 Space · Los Angeles, CA · SoftwareYou'll architect and develop real-time embedded software for K2's high-power satellites, working directly with sensors, propulsion, attitude control and power systems. Lead firmware across hardware bring-up through flight readiness, mentoring a team and scaling software infrastructure.$160,000 to $220,000 per yearOn site

Senior Flight Software Engineer Verified today

K2 Space · Los Angeles, CA · SoftwareYou will write mission-critical flight software that controls propulsion, attitude control, and power systems on K2's 20kW+ spacecraft. In your first 6 months, you'll design core architecture for fault tolerance and real-time control. Over two years, you'll operate your code on multiple spacecraft in demanding missions.$160,000 to $200,000 per yearOn site

Senior Ground Software Engineer Verified today

K2 Space · Los Angeles, CA · SoftwareDesign and implement ground software that builds, tests, and operates K2's high-power satellites and customer payloads. You'll own the mission software platform supporting Gravitas and scale it across multiple constellations, collaborating with Mission Operations and Flight Software teams.$150,000 to $200,000 per yearOn site

Ground Software Engineer II, Arc Vehicle Verified today

Inversion Space · Playa Vista, CA · SoftwareYou will own the ground software stack for Arc, Inversion's maneuverable reentry vehicle. Design and deploy mission control systems, telemetry processors, real-time operator displays, and ground station interfaces that command and monitor hypersonic flight tests and operations.$101,000 to $160,000 per yearOn site

Senior Flight Software Engineer Verified today

Inversion Space · Playa Vista, CA · SoftwareOwn core flight software components for Arc, Inversion's maneuverable reentry vehicle. You will design and deploy drivers, fault management, and attitude control systems that enable precise atmospheric return and cargo delivery missions.$139,000 to $201,000 per yearOn site

Senior Flight Software Engineer, Arc Vehicle Verified today

Inversion Space · Playa Vista, CA · SoftwareYou will own safety-critical flight software modules end-to-end for Arc, Inversion's hypersonic reentry vehicle, including vehicle state machines, flight autonomy, and fault-management logic. Develop real-time embedded systems, integrate GNC modules, and lead Hardware-in-the-Loop testing for next-generation reentry capabilities.$139,000 to $201,000 per yearOn site

Senior Ground Software Engineer Verified today

Inversion Space · Playa Vista, CA · SoftwareYou will architect and deploy ground software systems for command and control of next-generation reentry vehicles. Own the full stack from test infrastructure through mission operations, working directly with flight software and avionics teams to enable real-time space vehicle operation.$139,000 to $201,000 per yearOn site

Staff Flight Software Engineer, Arc Vehicle Verified today

Inversion Space · Playa Vista, CA · SoftwareOwn the end-to-end flight software architecture for Arc, Inversion's next-generation hypersonic reentry vehicle. You will architect safety-critical control loops, integrate Guidance Navigation and Control algorithms, and lead hardware-software integration on the flight computer.$165,000 to $236,000 per yearOn site

Software Test Engineer, Flight Software Integration & Test Operations Verified today

Xona Space · Burlingame, CA · SoftwareXona is the navigational intelligence company bringing real-time, centimeter-level certainty to any device, anywhere on Earth. With Pulsar - the world’s most advanced PNT satellite infrastructure in Low Earth Orbit - Xona will offer a future-proof, backwards-compatible global positioning system optimized for absolute precision, superior power, and robust protection. You will design, build, and execute structured...

Staff Embedded Software Engineer Verified today

Observable Space · Los Angeles, CA · SoftwareYou will architect embedded Linux systems and driver stacks for robotic ground telescopes and on-orbit compute platforms built for extreme reliability. Work hands-on with schematics, high-speed interfaces, and hardware debugging alongside electrical and mechanical teams in Los Angeles.Hybrid