Entegee · 4 hours ago
Sr. Embedded Linux Software Engineer (Aerospace/Flight SW/Spacecraft Communications)
Santa Clara County, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$80/hr - $120/hr
5+ years expEntegee is looking for a Senior Embedded Linux Software Engineer to work onsite in the greater Santa Clara, CA area. The role involves developing and maintaining embedded software for spacecraft avionics and RF communications, as well as participating in integration and testing of command and telemetry systems.
Information TechnologyStaffing Agency
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen OnlyHiring Manager
Bob A. Russ Jr. (MBA)
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain embedded software for spacecraft avionics, RF communications, and command & telemetry subsystems
Implement and integrate software supporting RF transceivers, modems, and encryption hardware for secure data links
Develop command and telemetry processing software including packet routing, protocol handling, and validation
Create and test device drivers and APIs for RF and command & telemetry hardware including crypto interfaces and key management
Perform end-to-end testing of spacecraft command and telemetry pathways from ground to flight hardware
Develop hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) and system-level simulations to validate encrypted communications performance
Participate in integration and test campaigns including testbed bring-up, anomaly resolution, and verification
Collaborate across RF, software, and systems teams to define interfaces, data formats, and timing requirements
Generate and maintain documentation for software requirements, design, test procedures, and verification
Contribute to flight readiness, ground system demonstrations, and functional validation of RF and command & telemetry subsystems systems
Qualification
Required
MUST have a US CITIZENSHIP to work for the U.S. Aerospace/DoD
Need Strong Embedded Linux (can't just be familiar with Linux)
RF/Radio Testing, Ground to Satellite Communications experience
MSCS/BSCS degree in computer engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, or related field
5+ years of experience developing embedded software for aerospace, defense, or mission-critical systems
C and C++ for embedded systems
Familiarity with serial and packet-based interfaces such as RS-422, MIL-STD-1553, CAN, SpaceWire, or Ethernet
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills for integrated systems
Must have the ability to obtain a security clearance
Some limited travel required
Preferred
Experience with flight software development or integration for spacecraft communications systems
Experience with Python or MATLAB for scripting or analysis
Experience with software version control and issue tracking (Git, Bitbucket, JIRA, Confluence)
Experience developing on real-time operating systems (RTOS) such as VxWorks, RTEMS, or FreeRTOS
Knowledge of encryption key management (EKM) systems and secure key handling protocols
Experience with command and telemetry ground systems or mission operations software development
Familiarity with RF link analysis, modulation schemes, and bit error rate testing methods
Hands-on experience performing software integration and system-level verification in lab environments
Experience with encryption devices (e.g., KG-series or Type 1)
Experience with CCSDS Space Link Extension (SLE) or equivalent ground communication systems
Knowledge of autonomy, FDIR, and fault management features related to communications subsystems
Experience developing or using digital twin or HIL environments for C&T system validation
Experience leading small software teams or supporting integrated product teams (IPTs)
Company
Entegee
Entegee is a staffing and recruiting company providing contract engineers and technical specialists.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Bob Bolster
Chief Operating Officer
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