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True Anomaly · 16 hours ago

Flight Software Engineer I

positionLong Beach, CA
timeFull-time
remoteHybrid
seniorityNew Grad, Entry Level
money$75K/yr - $105K/yr
date0+ years exp

True Anomaly is a company focused on building innovative technology for space security and sustainability. As a Flight Software Engineer, you will engage in the software development cycle for flight computers used in space missions, collaborating with teams to integrate complex algorithms and assist in various spacecraft program phases.

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Responsibilities

Assist in the software development cycle including design, development, integration, and test for flight computers used in space missions (on-board computers, processing units and others)
Integrate complex GNC algorithms with flight software
Assist with the Command Telemetry Database (CDTB) definition and maintenance for ground and on-orbit test and mission
Collaborate with the ground C2 software team
Assist with the effort for command scripting and sequencing of the Spacecraft
Assist with design and implement satellite subsystem model simulators on HITL/SITL environment
Develop reusable device drivers/interfaces and communications protocol libraries for flight hardware

Qualification

C/C++Low-level firmware developmentEmbedded RTOSDevice driver developmentNetworking protocolsDebugging skillsVersion controlContinuous integrationContinuous deliveryMicrocontrollersRoboticsAutomationMotor controlSensor fusion

Required

Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or related field
0 to 2 years of experience with low-level firmware architecture, design, and development
Low-level device driver development and safety critical systems experience
Experience with embedded RTOS such as RTLinux or Azure RTOS
Familiarity with common protocols such as Ethernet, SPI, I2C, CAN, RS422, RS485, etc
Familiarity with networking protocols: UDP, TCP/IP
Proficiency in C/C++, Rust, and Zig

Preferred

Master's degree in in computer science, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or related field
0 - 2 years experience developing and/or producing FSW for space applications
Ability to maintain or obtain TS/SCI clearance
Demonstrated experience and discipline with version control, continuous integration, and continuous delivery concepts
Familiarity with embedded Linux
Familiarity with networking protocols: UDP, TCP/IP
Comfortable with typical embedded systems tools, compilers, debuggers and IDEs
Broad experience with microcontrollers, application processors, revision control systems
Strong debugging skills through use of instrumentation such as oscilloscopes and protocol analyzers
Application experience in areas such as robotics, automation, motor control, and sensor fusion

Benefits

Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave

Company

True Anomaly

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True Anomaly is builds space security and resilience at the intersection of spacecraft, software, and autonomy.
dateFounded in 2022
location
Centennial, Colorado, USA
people-size201-500 employees
web-link
https://www.trueanomaly.space

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
$418.02M
Key Investors
AccelStifel BankRiot Ventures
2025-04-30Series C· $260M
2025-04-30Debt Financing
2023-12-12Series B· $100M

Leadership Team

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Mark Seidel
Chief Financial Officer
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Frank Di Pentino
Chief Strategy Officer

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