Flight Software Engineer
At a glance
Mid-level Software Engineering role at Astro Mechanica. San Francisco · full-time · $90,000–$160,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Build dependable software that steers the aircraft, with senior engineers providing direction
- Create simulation and infrastructure tools that help check flight systems before use
- Connect software with embedded hardware and real-time systems, then resolve problems across the stack
- Write maintainable code and add unit and integration tests
- Work with mechanical, electrical, propulsion and controls engineers to refine aircraft systems
What you bring
- A bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math or another listed discipline
- Up to three years of professional software development, including work from internships or research
- Experience with C++, Rust or another systems programming language
- Practical ability to debug software, improve performance and write unit tests
Who this fits
This role suits an early-career software engineer interested in flight control and working across software and hardware. It is an in-office position five days a week in San Francisco.
From the employer
ABOUT US:
Astro Mechanica is a vertically integrated aerospace company developing a scalable technology platform to power critical infrastructure, mission operations, and the future of flight. We apply aerospace engineering and quality standards across our products, delivering high performance, reliability, and efficiency for the most demanding operating environments. Astro Mechanica is backed by leading venture and strategic investors, including Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), Giant Step Capital, United Airlines Ventures, and Voyager Ventures.
WHO WE ARE:
We’re a team of passionate engineers dedicated to advancing aerospace. We’re generalists with specialist depth, united by a flat structure and a shared obsession with building things that work well. We move fast, stay pragmatic, and let engineering excellence speak louder than hierarchy.
WHO YOU ARE:
Astro Mechanica is seeking a Flight Software Engineer to join our growing team. The ideal candidate is excited to develop software that is used to control and fly our products. You will have the opportunity to help architect the full software stack including application, operating system, networking, and firmware. You will work closely with your peers to define and implement the requirements and overall software scope. Your work at Astro Mechanica will be fast-paced in a dynamic startup environment and will have a direct impact on our mission.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
Design and implement reliable flight software to control the plane, with guidance from senior engineers
Contribute to simulation and infrastructure tooling used to validate flight systems
Support integration of software with embedded hardware and real-time systems
Write clean, testable, and maintainable code, including unit and integration tests
Collaborate closely with mechanical, electrical, propulsion, and controls engineers to develop and refine aircraft systems
Debug issues across the stack, from application-level behavior down to system interfaces
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Math, or a Science discipline
0-3 years of professional software development experience, including internships and research experience
Experience in C++, Rust, or other systems programming language
Proven skills in debugging, performance optimization, and unit testing
Ambition to work in a fast-paced environment
PERKS & BENEFITS:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, including Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
401(k) program and transparent stock option plan
Self-managed and flexible time-off policy, including PTO, paid holidays, and sick time
Flexible work environment
Company-funded perks, including weekly team lunches and Astro Mechanica swag
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
At Astro Mechanica, we highly value in-office work to foster collaboration and strengthen our company culture. We consider working in the office five days a week an essential part of the employee's role.
Astro Mechanica is an equal opportunity employer. We proudly recruit and hire a diverse workforce and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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