Lux Aeterna · 11 hours ago
Ground Software Engineer
Denver, CO
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expLux Aeterna is revolutionizing space infrastructure by developing the first reusable satellite platform with controlled return capability. They are seeking a Ground Software Engineer to design and build mission control systems for autonomous spacecraft operations, focusing on real-time software and automation tools to enhance mission reliability.
Satellite CommunicationSpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Design and build mission control systems (command, telemetry, automation)
Develop systems for command routing, telemetry acquisition, data processing, and visualization
Create operational automation tools that streamline daily mission operations tasks
Architect ground station network infrastructure
Build integrated test and simulation systems with flight software
Implement time-series databases and data processing pipelines
Design intuitive operator interfaces and dashboards
Support satellite operations, commissioning, and on-orbit troubleshooting
Collaborate with flight software, GNC, RF, and mission operations teams
Qualification
Required
B.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related technical field
5+ years developing software for spacecraft operations, mission control, or ground systems
Experience with mission / satellite operations (SatOps) platforms and workflows
Strong proficiency in Python, C++, or Go for backend systems development
Solid understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, UDP)
Proficiency with relational and/or time-series databases (PostgreSQL, InfluxDB, Prometheus, etc.)
Experience integrating with ground station service providers (KSAT, Atlas, or similar)
Proficiency with version control (Git), CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing
Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS or equivalent)
Preferred
M.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field
Experience processing and visualizing spacecraft telemetry streams
Deep experience with spacecraft communication protocols (CCSDS)
Background with monitoring and visualization tools (Grafana, Prometheus)
Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
Familiarity with RF communications and ground station hardware
Contributions to open-source aerospace or robotics projects
Company
Lux Aeterna
Lux Aeterna is a space infrastructure company that focuses on orbital activities through reentry and reusability.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$4M2025-06-25Pre Seed· $4M
Leadership Team
Brian Taylor
Founder & CEO
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