Full-Time
Senior Software Engineer
Autonomous Air Systems, Avionics
Orb Aerospace
11-50 employees
Democratizes aviation through merit-based programs
Compensation Overview
$105k - $135k/yr
Senior, Expert
No H1B Sponsorship
Middleville, MI, USA
US Citizenship Required
- Minimum 7+ years working in a strongly typed language (Rust preferred)
- Proficiency in a Linux development environment
- Understanding of data structures, algorithms and code optimization
- Experience in most or all of the following areas: SLAM, Robotics / ROS, Vision Systems (OpenCV), Localization, Control systems
- Design and integrate autonomy into edge computing systems
- Develop and test software solutions within Software-in-The-Loop and Hardware-in-The-Loop environments
- Leverage existing mesh network hardware to support real-time communication
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary project teams
- Lead and mentor a small software team while balancing multiple projects
- Implement modern DevOps practices
- BS or MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience
- Embedded software development and hardware debugging experience
- Experience developing autonomous systems
- Experience with bandwidth-limited networking
Orb Aerospace focuses on making aviation more accessible by providing practical solutions for flying. They differentiate themselves from traditional flying taxi services by targeting skilled individuals, referred to as "flying cowboys," who may not have formal educational backgrounds but have proven their abilities through their work. Their unique business model includes a fellowship program called Orbship, where candidates are selected based on their project portfolios and problem-solving skills through a competitive selection process. This includes an initial review, video interviews, and a "Battle Royale" pitch event. Orb Aerospace generates revenue through advanced manufacturing contracts and partnerships, showcasing their reliability in the industry. The company's goal is to democratize aviation opportunities, emphasizing skill and merit over traditional qualifications.
Company Size
11-50
Company Stage
Seed
Total Funding
$3.4M
Headquarters
Lowell, Michigan
Founded
2017
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Orb Aerospace raised $2.85 million in venture funding for electric aircraft development.
- The Orbship fellowship aligns with growing trends in merit-based programs in tech and aviation.
- Rising demand for innovative solutions in advanced manufacturing benefits Orb Aerospace's model.
What critics are saying
- Competition from other electric aircraft developers could dilute Orb Aerospace's market share.
- Scaling production to meet demand may be challenging due to limited resources.
- Dependence on advanced manufacturing contracts makes operations vulnerable to economic fluctuations.
What makes Orb Aerospace unique
- Orb Aerospace focuses on practical and inclusive aviation solutions, unlike traditional flying taxis.
- The Orbship fellowship selects candidates based on skills, not educational background.
- Orb Aerospace's business model is merit-based, emphasizing project portfolios and problem-solving.
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6 month growth
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↑ 41%ORB Aerospace, developer of an electric aircraft raised $2.85 million of venture funding through the combination of options and warrants.