Firefly Aerospace · 2 weeks ago
Launch Vehicle Ground Software Engineer
Beale Air Force Base, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expFirefly Aerospace is a space and defense technology company that enables our world to launch, land, and operate in space – anywhere, anytime. As a Launch Vehicle Ground Software Engineer, you will develop software for launch operations, focusing on real-time ground control systems and collaborating with various teams to ensure safe and efficient vehicle operations.
AerospaceAir TransportationSatellite Communication
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Design and implement ground control and monitoring software for launch vehicles and test stands
Develop LabVIEW applications for real-time control, data acquisition, and operator interfaces
Write Python applications and scripts for system integration, automation, and data analysis
Integrate software with hardware interfaces including sensors, actuators, and control systems
Build real-time telemetry and control pipelines to support countdown and launch operations
Collaborate with propulsion, avionics, and test teams to meet operational requirements
Support test stand operations, engine firings, and full-scale vehicle rehearsals
Implement robust fault detection, safety interlocks, and operator alerts in ground software
Maintain and improve software for scalability, reliability, and mission-critical performance
Participate in on-console operations during integrated vehicle tests and launches
Qualification
Required
BS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field
3+ years of experience in ground systems, controls, or data acquisition software
Proficiency with LabVIEW for instrumentation, control, and operator interfaces
Strong Python development skills for integration, automation, and analysis
Experience working with real-time control systems and hardware integration
Knowledge of networking, communication protocols, and data acquisition hardware
Ability to work in high-reliability, safety-critical operational environments
Preferred
MS in Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field
Experience with launch vehicle ground systems or aerospace test environments
Familiarity with PLCs, SCADA, or other industrial control systems
Background in propulsion or fluid systems instrumentation and controls
Experience with test stand operations, engine testing, or flight hardware checkout
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, software containerization, and orchestration/deployment (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes, or virtualized environments)
Familiarity with time-series database technologies (e.g., InfluxDB) for high-volume telemetry or test data
Active security clearance or eligibility to obtain one
Company
Firefly Aerospace
Firefly Aerospace is a space company that develops and operates launch vehicles, lunar landers, and orbital vehicles for commercial mission.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$796.56MKey Investors
Northrop GrummanRPM VenturesAE Industrial Partners
2025-08-07IPO
2025-05-29Corporate Round· $50M
2024-11-12Series D· $175M
Leadership Team
Jason Kim
Chief Executive Officer
Eric Salwan
Co-Founder
Recent News
2026-01-13
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