Full-Time

Flight Software Engineer

Mid

Confirmed live in the last 24 hours

Apex

Apex

51-200 employees

Manufactures customizable ESPA class satellites

Aerospace
Defense

Compensation Overview

$150k - $180kAnnually

Mid

No H1B Sponsorship

Los Angeles, CA, USA

Position requires onsite presence in Los Angeles.

Category
Embedded Engineering
Research & Development
Aerospace Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
TCP/IP
Rust
Python
Software Testing
C/C++
Requirements
  • U.S. Person status is required as this position needs to access export controlled data.
  • 3+ years of total flight software experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in CS, EE or equivalent.
  • Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C++, Rust.
  • Experience with real time systems running on distributed hardware.
  • Knowledge of embedded Linux operating systems, system administration and creating Linux distributions (Yocto).
  • Familiarity with satellite systems and protocols, such as CCSDS, and ECSS.
  • Experience with software integration, testing, and validation for real-time and distributed systems.
  • Familiarity with network protocols (TCP/IP, UDP), secure communication systems, Protobuf and encryption.
Responsibilities
  • Design, implement and own mission critical software applications for satellite systems.
  • Support commissioning of spacecraft during launch and early operations and ensure software systems remain functional during critical operations.
  • Own spacecraft software solutions through the full lifecycle from initial design to deployment.
  • Perform unit testing, integration testing, and system-level testing of software components, identifying and resolving any defects or issues.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to baseline product requirements and technical roadmaps.

Apex Space manufactures ESPA class satellites, focusing on their flagship product, the Aries satellite bus, which is suitable for Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and other missions. They cater to clients in the aerospace and defense sectors, providing customizable satellite solutions for applications like Earth observation and communications. Apex Space differentiates itself with guaranteed on-time delivery, high reliability, and transparent pricing. Their goal is to lead in spacecraft manufacturing by offering dependable satellite solutions for a variety of space missions.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$115.3M

Headquarters

Los Angeles, California

Founded

2022

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

47%

1 year growth

106%

2 year growth

33%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Apex raised $95 million to increase satellite bus production.
  • Partnership with Anduril enhances rapid development of space systems for the U.S.
  • Toyota Ventures' investment supports Apex's cost reduction and rapid delivery goals.

What critics are saying

  • Emerging satellite bus manufacturers threaten Apex's market share.
  • Supply chain vulnerabilities could delay Apex's production timelines.
  • Geopolitical tensions may impact Apex's material sourcing and market access.

What makes Apex unique

  • Apex specializes in ESPA class satellites, ranging from 40 to 400 kilograms.
  • The Aries satellite bus supports LEO, MEO, GEO, and deep space missions.
  • Apex guarantees on-time delivery, high reliability, and transparent pricing.

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