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Apex - Spacecraft Manufacturing · 3 months ago

Flight Software Engineer (Senior)

Los Angeles, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$185K/yr - $215K/yr

6+ years exp

Apex is a spacecraft manufacturing company focused on providing access to the galaxy. The role involves designing, developing, and owning mission-critical software for autonomous operation of satellite buses, ensuring reliability and functionality during critical operations.

AerospaceCommercialManufacturing

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Design, implement and own mission critical software applications for satellite systems

Support commissioning of spacecraft during launch and early operations and ensure software systems remain functional during critical operations

Own spacecraft software solutions through the full lifecycle from initial design to deployment

Perform unit testing, integration testing, and system-level testing of software components, identifying and resolving any defects or issues

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to baseline product requirements and technical roadmaps

Qualification

Flight software experienceProgramming languages PythonProgramming languages C++Programming languages RustReal-time systemsEmbedded LinuxSoftware integrationTestingSatellite systems knowledgeCollaboration skillsProblem-solving skillsAdaptability

Required

U.S. Person status is required as this position needs to access export controlled data

6+ years of total flight software experience

Bachelor's degree in CS, EE or equivalent

Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C++, Rust

Experience with real time systems running on distributed hardware

Knowledge of embedded Linux operating systems, system administration and creating Linux distributions (Yocto)

Familiarity with satellite systems and protocols, such as CCSDS, and ECSS

Experience with software integration, testing, and validation for real-time and distributed systems

Familiarity with network protocols (TCP/IP, UDP), secure communication systems, Protobuf and encryption

Benefits

Shared upside: Receive equity in Apex, letting you benefit from the work you create

Best-in-class healthcare: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision for you and your dependents, plus $100k life insurance at no cost

Comprehensive PTO package to reset and recharge - starting at 15 days vacation, growing to 20+ days annually, plus 10 paid holidays

Competitive 401(k) plan with generous matching - 100% match on first 3%, 50% on next 2%

8 weeks paid parental leave plus childcare reimbursement up to $350/day for work-related travel

Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks to keep you fueled throughout the day

Vibrant community: Monthly office BBQs, pickleball tournaments, run club, and social gatherings for you and your family

Your dream desk setup and all the tools you need to be your most productive self

World-class Playa Vista office with EV chargers, with the benefit of in-person collaboration with amazing coworkers and flexibility to integrate work and life

Real impact opportunity: Work alongside experts from aerospace, new space, and other cutting-edge industries to make a lasting difference