Embedded Software Engineer

Job overview

The Embedded Software Engineer role is onsite in Redondo Beach, CA, with a salary range of $130,000–$280,000 per year. The engineer develops software for custom avionics hardware used in flight and ground test functions at Impulse Space. The role contributes to spacecraft development by implementing low-level and control software, supporting hardware testing, and producing reviewed and tested code for manufacturing and flight in collaboration with avionics, guidance, navigation and control, and propulsion engineers.

What you'll do

• Implement processor and peripheral functions and communication interfaces
• develop closed-loop control and failure detection and response algorithms
• provide embedded software input on new systems
• write code for avionics and propulsion development testing
• produce reviewed and tested code for manufacturing and flight.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

embedded software engineer

c/c++

avionics

spacecraft

flight software

ground testing

microcontrollers

redondo beach ca

impulse space

$130k–$280k

stock options

medical dental vision

401(k)

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Eligible full-time hires may receive stock options, medical, vision and dental coverage, and access to a 401(k) retirement plan.

Why this role

The posting accepts a relevant bachelor’s degree or two or more years of professional software experience in lieu of a degree; it requires one or more years writing C/C++ for an embedded system or vehicle.

About the employer

Impulse Space is hiring for this role. Industry: Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing. Sector: 33.