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Firmware Engineer II

Vardaspace · El Segundo, California, United States

onsitemid$144,020–$184,026Posted Sep 12, 2026C++PythonRustembedded systemsRTOSLinuxbare metal

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## Firmware Engineer II **About This Role** The Firmware Engineer II on the Flight Software team is responsible for determining how our spacecraft behaves & operates in orbit and building reliable software to ensure it happens. They are responsible for all phases of development, starting from requirements capture through testing and flight operational support. **Responsibilities** • Develop reliable firmware to control how the spacecraft, satellite bus, and reentry capsule operate through the entire mission • Own all aspects of software development, from design, testing, and integration • Scope projects including requirements capture and initial design trades given open-ended problems • Write quality structured bare metal, RTOS, or Linux based software for embedded processors in C++ • Build highly reliable and available software systems • Ensure system quality and performance through software test, verification, and validation (V&V) techniques **Basic Qualifications** • Bachelor's degree in computer science, math, physics, engineering or equivalent technical experience in safety critical software • 3+ years of experience in the development of spacecraft or similar safety critical software • Experience developing and testing real-time embedded hardware / software systems • Experience with development in C++, along with a strong understanding of language concepts **Preferred Skills** • Experience with safety-critical software, especially for aerospace applications • Experience with additional programming languages such as Python or Rust • Strong understanding of computer architecture, operating systems, data structures, and computer networking **Compensation & Location** • Salary: $144,020 - $184,026 per year • On-site in El Segundo, CA • Stock options and/or long-term cash awards • Flexible PTO + 12 paid holidays • 100% company-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance • $120/month wellness reimbursement

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