Flight Software and Test Engineer
At a glance
Mid-level QA & Test role at Dcubed. Berthoud · $70,000–$120,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Shape onboard software architecture for spacecraft and payloads, including mission behavior, operating modes and autonomy
- Build software for mission modes, data collection and storage, command processing, fault recovery and avionics interfaces
- Adapt vendor software for onboard computers while reducing dependence on proprietary systems over time
- Load, exercise and debug software in the lab and during integration, then validate it using defined test procedures
- Coordinate interfaces with avionics colleagues and advise systems engineering on software decisions
What you bring
- A bachelor's degree in software, embedded systems, electrical engineering or a related discipline
- Software development experience in space, aerospace or another safety-critical setting
- Working knowledge of C or C++, Python, CMake, Git, testing frameworks and continuous integration
- Experience with microcontrollers based on ARM
Who this fits
This mid-level role suits someone with flight, embedded or spacecraft software experience, including a new graduate with relevant experience. You'll work in a small team and collaborate with avionics, systems engineering and integration colleagues. The position involves access to technology controlled by U.S. and/or German export rules, and any offer depends on being able to comply.
From the employer
As a Flight Software & Test Engineer, you are responsible for the design, hands-on testing, implementation, and evolution of onboard flight software for Dcubed’s payloads and spacecraft. You define a robust flight software architecture covering mission logic, modes, data handling, communications, and autonomy, taking into account the constraints of space operations. You work closely with our Embedded Avionics Engineer, Systems Engineering, and Avionics Integration Team to ensure reliable, testable, and mission-ready software.
What you will do
Design and own the flight software architecture for payloads and spacecraft
Define software concepts of operations (ConOps), mission modes and state machines
Implement flight software covering:
Mission logic and mode handling (safe mode, commissioning, nominal, debugging, etc.)
Data acquisition, handling, storage, and downlink
Command handling and fault detection, isolation, and recovery (FDIR)
Interfaces to avionics hardware, sensors, and actuators
Adapt and extend vendor-provided onboard computer software, and progressively reduce reliance on proprietary stacks
Define software interfaces and abstractions in close collaboration with avionics colleagues
Provide recommendations to systems engineering
Hands-on software loading, testing, debugging, and validation in the lab and during integration
Define software-related documentation, interfaces, and test procedures
Act as a Subject Matter Expert for flight software activities within the avionics and missions teams.
Must-haves
Education: Bachelor's of Science in Software Engineering, Embedded Systems, Electrical Engineering, or related field
You can be newly graduated with experience in flight software, embedded software, or spacecraft software
Experience developing software for space, aerospace, or other safety-critical systems
Experience working in small teams
Technologies
Structured programming (C/C++ / Python / CMake) with git, testing frameworks, CI
Experience with ARM-based microcontrollers
Compensation & Benefits
Salary range: $70,000 - 120,000 per year (based on experience and qualification)
Flexible PTO and sick leave
Hybrid work flexibility when applicable
Premium Coffee, Beverage, and Snack Bar at the office
Dog friendly environment
Team events
Opportunities for professional growth with a rapidly scaling aerospace company
For full-time employees:
Competitive health insurance (medical, vision, dental)
401(k), plus company matching
Discounted Pet Health Insurance
About Us
Dcubed is a fast-growing NewSpace company headquartered in Germering/Munich which accelerates space exploration through durable and affordable space hardware. Our easy-to-use and readily available space mechanisms and subsystems (solar arrays, deployable structures) have flown over a dozen times to space and are used by many of the leading space companies in the world. We are an inclusive workplace where all are welcome (f/m/d).
Equal Opportunity Employer
Dcubed is an Equal Opportunity (EO) employer and recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, or other protected status under applicable law.
This position involves access to technology that is subject to U.S. and/or Germany export controls. Any job offer made will be contingent upon the applicant's capacity to serve in compliance with U.S. and/or Germany export controls.
Please note: Dcubed does not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies and will not pay fees for any candidates we have not requested.
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