Impulse Space

In-space propulsion and payload mobility

Flight Software Engineer

Embedded EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeRedondo Beach, CA, USA$130k - $280k /yrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
At least 2 years of experience writing C++ code for an embedded system or vehicle, such as a robot, car, drone, or spacecraft.
Demonstrated understanding of computer architecture, operating systems, data structures, and computer networking.
Experience with Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) or Embedded Linux.
Experience using version control, test cases, and other software best practices.

Responsibilities

Contribute to the design, implementation, integration, and verification of software for Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) algorithms; command and telemetry handling; mission sequencing, autonomy, and fault management; and closed-loop control of propulsion, attitude control, and other time-critical systems.
Implement features for the real-time flight software framework to meet deterministic performance requirements in space environments.
Develop detection and mitigation algorithms for anomalies such as sensor failures, actuator malfunctions, or radiation-induced faults.
Direct and participate in code reviews, ensuring compliance with software safety, reliability, and maintainability standards.
Support mission operations and troubleshoot real-time issues during ground integration, environmental testing, and on-orbit operations.

As a Flight Software Engineer at Impulse, you will be responsible for the design, development, and integration of the software that powers our Space Vehicles. You will work closely with avionics engineers, GNC engineers, propulsion engineers, and other cross-disciplinary teams to deliver high-reliability, high-performance software for in-space transportation.

Contribute to the design, implementation, integration, and verification of software for:
- Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) algorithms
- Command and telemetry handling
- Mission sequencing, autonomy, and fault management
- Closed-loop control of propulsion, attitude control, and other time-critical systems
Implement features for Impulse’s real-time flight software framework to meet deterministic performance requirements in space environments.
Develop detection and mitigation algorithms for anomalies such as sensor failures, actuator malfunctions, or radiation-induced faults.
Direct and participate in code reviews, ensuring compliance with software safety, reliability, and maintainability standards.
Support mission operations and troubleshoot real-time issues during ground integration, environmental testing, and on-orbit operations.

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related degrees
2+ years writing C++ code for an embedded system or vehicle of some kind (robot, car, drone, spacecraft, etc)
Demonstrated understanding of computer architecture, operating systems, data structures, and computer networking
Experience with Real Time Operating Systems (RTOS) or with Embedded Linux
Experience using version control, test cases, and other software best practices

About the Company

Impulse Space

In-space propulsion and payload mobility

Impulse Space builds in-space mobility services and propulsion to move payloads after launch. Its products include Mira for precise maneuvering and rendezvous, Helios high-energy kick stage, Caravan rideshare to higher-energy orbits, and propulsion lines Saiph, Deneb, and Rigel. These tools act as in-space tugs and stages to push, dock, and deploy payloads in orbit. Led by SpaceX veteran Tom Mueller, Impulse Space uses flight-proven hardware and a growing network of facilities to make reaching higher-energy orbits faster and cheaper, expanding access for customers.

Company size: 501-1,000
Company stage: Series D
Total funding: $1.4B
Headquarters: Redondo Beach, CA
Founded: 2021

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