Principal Software Engineer Flight Systems
About the job
- At least 15 years of experience in spacecraft, mission control, or complex aerospace software systems.
- Expertise in C/C++ and Python.
- Experience with embedded Linux and real-time or flight software.
- Knowledge of cloud services such as Amazon Web Services, containerization, version control, and Agile processes.
- Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and operate within rigorous engineering standards.
- U.S. Citizenship and eligibility for a security clearance are required, along with compliance with export-control requirements.
- Lead architecture decisions and guide software best practices across the organization.
- Develop flight software using cFS and embedded Linux, ground systems using Python and modern web frameworks, and cloud or embedded machine-learning and autonomy systems.
- Own full-lifecycle delivery, including requirements, development, testing, integration, and operations.
- Provide technical proposals, estimates, and cross-team coordination.
- Mentor and uplift junior engineers.
- Experience with NASA core Flight System (cFS) is preferred.
About the company
FS Studio builds software solutions to simulate robotic, autonomous, and IIoT systems using digital twins and 3D simulations. It uses Advanced Digital Twins, Robotic 3D Simulation, Synthetic Data for AI, and immersive experiences to model complex environments and devices. The product runs digital replicas of physical platforms, tests scenarios in a realistic 3D space, and generates synthetic data to train AI. Its goal is to help clients design, validate, and deploy robotic and IIoT solutions faster by providing scalable, shareable simulations and data-driven insights.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Berkeley, California
Founded
2013
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- FS Studio updated its site on 2026-09-05, signaling active commercial momentum.
- Its 2026 pipeline targets recurring subscriptions and data products, improving revenue quality.
- Job listings in April 2026 show hiring for sales, teleoperation, and 3D reconstruction.
What critics are saying
- FS Studio remains unfunded in 2026, limiting hiring, R&D, and customer concentration buffers.
- The Blue Origin release is marketing-forward; no disclosed contract proves recurring revenue durability.
- Larger rivals like NVIDIA, Unity, and in-house robotics teams can absorb FS Studio's niche; 2027 downside existential.
What makes FS Studio unique
- FS Studio sells simulation infrastructure, not one-off visuals, built on Isaac Sim and Unreal.
- It reuses one validated asset pipeline across twins, simulation, and synthetic data.
- Clients include Blue Origin, Google DeepMind, and Mastercard, spanning aerospace and AI.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Flexible time off
- Remote Work Options
- Hybrid Work Options
- Wellness Program
- Mental Health Support
- Conference Attendance Budget
- Professional Development Budget
- Relocation Assistance
- Stock Options
- Company Equity