Embedded Controls Engineer, Spacecraft Verified today

Katalyst Space · Broomfield, CO · Space Systems · first seen 2026-07-16

What You'll Do

  • Design, implement, and validate embedded control software for spacecraft subsystems including propulsion, robotics, avionics, and vehicle actuation systems.
  • Develop real-time control algorithms and flight software that interface directly with sensors, actuators, and spacecraft hardware.
  • Support the bring-up, integration, testing, and troubleshooting of embedded hardware and software across laboratory, test, and flight environments.
  • Collaborate closely with mechanical, electrical, robotics, and flight software engineers to mature systems from concept through flight operations.
  • Own system performance through testing, verification, and mission execution, ensuring reliable operation in demanding environments.

Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, Robotics, or a related technical discipline.
  • 4+ years of experience developing embedded software and control systems for aerospace, robotics, autonomous systems, industrial automation, automotive, defense, or other high-reliability applications.
  • Strong experience developing embedded software in C/C++ for real-time or resource-constrained systems.
  • 1 year of experience with FPGAs (VHDL preferred).
  • Experience implementing and tuning control systems using classical and/or modern control techniques.
  • Familiarity with embedded communication protocols such as CAN, SPI, I2C, UART, or Ethernet.
  • Ability to independently debug complex hardware-software interactions using laboratory test equipment and structured engineering processes.

Preferred

  • Master's degree or higher in Controls, Aerospace, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
  • Experience developing guidance, navigation, and control (GNC) systems, robotics controls, or spacecraft flight software.