Senior Flight Software Engineer
At a glance
Senior Software Engineering role at Astro Mechanica. San Francisco · full-time · $170,000–$250,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Build dependable autonomous flight software, along with the simulations and infrastructure used to check it
- Take software from design through testing and operational support
- Coordinate with engineers in other disciplines to shape and build aircraft systems
- Help set the software architecture across applications, operating systems, networking and firmware
What you bring
- A computer science, engineering, math or science degree plus four years in software development, or six years of professional development experience
- You have worked with C++, Rust or another systems programming language
- You have built or used real-time systems or distributed computing systems
- You have embedded-systems or Linux-kernel experience, with debugging, performance tuning and unit-testing skills
Who this fits
This senior role suits someone who wants to develop software that controls and flies aircraft and can work across software and other engineering disciplines. The position requires working in the San Francisco office five days a week.
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 Senior 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:
Develop highly reliable autonomous software systems and the simulations/ infrastructure required to validate them
Own all aspects of software development including design, test, and operations
Work closely with other engineering disciplines to design and develop the overall aircraft systems
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Math, or a Science discipline and 4+ years of software development experience; or 6+ years of professional software development experience
Experience in C++, Rust, or other systems programming language
Experience building or working with real-time systems or distributed computing systems
Experience working on embedded systems or the Linux kernel
Proven skills in debugging, performance optimization, and unit testing
Basic knowledge in controls, fluid systems, motors, or other physical mechanics
PERKS AND 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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