Space Exploration Software Development Engineer

4 days ago

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Sierra Space Full time

About the Role

We're seeking a skilled Space Exploration Software Development Engineer to join our team at Sierra Space.

As a key member of our Orbital Mission and Services division, you'll be responsible for designing and developing flight software and algorithms solutions for spacecraft missions.

Your primary focus will be on understanding, analyzing, and evaluating satellite and constellation capabilities, mission concepts, and system requirements.

You'll work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure we meet customer requirements by making data-driven decisions in architecting, implementing, and testing the design in a testbed prototype and subsequent delivery of the flight code.

This role requires strong technical knowledge of C++ and experience working with real-time operating systems like VxWorks.

You'll also contribute to analyses of various architectures that include space vehicles, satellites, sensors, communications, and ground infrastructure; evolving or creating new approaches based on analysis results.

In addition, you'll evaluate the mission effectiveness of candidate approaches, balancing mission objectives against factors such as development and lifecycle costs.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in developing flight code on embedded processors and experience working in an Agile Scrum environment.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop flight software and algorithms solutions for spacecraft missions
  • Analyze and evaluate satellite and constellation capabilities, mission concepts, and system requirements
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure customer requirements are met
  • Develop and implement data-driven decisions in architecting, implementing, and testing the design
  • Evaluate the mission effectiveness of candidate approaches
  • Contribute to analyses of various architectures that include space vehicles, satellites, sensors, communications, and ground infrastructure

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
  • At least 6 years of relevant experience in software development, with a focus on space exploration or aerospace industry
  • Strong technical knowledge of C++ and experience working with real-time operating systems like VxWorks
  • Experience working in Agile Scrum environment
  • Ability to analyze and evaluate complex systems and make data-driven decisions

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary range of $104,827 - $144,138 (Level III) or $138,634 - $190,623 (Sr), depending on your level of experience and qualifications.

Additionally, we provide a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 8%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

About Us

Sierra Space is a leading provider of space-based services and solutions, committed to pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We're driven by a passion for innovation and a desire to make a meaningful impact on the world.

Our team is comprised of talented individuals who share our vision for a future where humanity lives and works in space, on moons, and on distant planets.

We're dedicated to fostering a culture of collaboration, creativity, and continuous learning, where everyone has the opportunity to grow and thrive.

Estimated Salary Range: $104,827 - $144,138 (Level III), $138,634 - $190,623 (Sr)

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