The Exploration Company

Flight Software Engineer

Munich, Germany full-time Mid Salary not listed
full-time Mid level Technology & IT Curated
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About the role

Here at The Exploration Company, we are building innovative aerospace technologies that advance the future of space transportation.
We want you as a talented Flight Software Engineer to help us in our mission by developing and testing critical software responsible for the operation of the Nyx spacecraft.

*Applications at all seniority levels are considered.

Key Responsibilities
In your capacity as a Flight Software Engineer, your role will be continuously evolving, but day to day your duties will include:
Own the requirements for a specific sub-system

Responsible for implementation of Flight software modules (Sub-system)

Responsible for writing clean unit tests

Collaborate with other teams (e.g. Avionics, Propulsion)

Contribute to a high-fidelity spacecraft simulator and collaborate with the GNC team

Responsible for Integrated tests

What we would love to see from you
Strong C++ skills (C++14 and above)

C / Embedded C experience

Strong Python skills

Familiarity with debuggers (GDB, LLDB)

Good understanding of math & physics

Focus on detail, quality, and testing

Experience with CI/CD systems and build systems

Nice to have
Knowledge of safety critical and real-time critical software and familiarity with RTOS

Good understanding of communication protocols such as: TCP/IP, UART, CAN Bus and serialization

Experience with automotive or flight software frameworks

Experience with industry standards such as AUTOSAR, ECSS, DO-178

Why you should join us!
What makes us special here at The Exploration Company and why we think you will enjoy working here is:  
We’re Agile - we make decisions fast whilst keeping our goals and systems in mind 

We’re Open and Collaborative - we are transparent about risks and obstacles, so that we can cooperate to overcome them  

We have a lot of Fun - we refuel our energy knowing we are democratising space. It’s a wonderful and rare opportunity, are YOU up for the challenge?  

We'd love to hear from you if you wish to be a part of our journey. Please submit your CV now for immediate consideration and we will be in touch shortly. 
 
The Exploration Company is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability status. Relocation assistance is provided for those willing to relocate including visa sponsorship where applicable.  

All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, which will be subject to the country, role, and project you applied for. By submitting your application, you acknowledge and agree that any offer of employment may be conditional upon successful condition of this check. The Exploration Company partners with Zinc Work Limited located in the UK (Zinc), a third-party provider, to ensure this process as efficient and transparent as possible.

If applicable, you will receive an email from Zinc upon acceptance of your offer with a link to a secure portal where you can provide the required information to Zinc.

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  3. Which of Project Management, Python and Writing have you used recently, and what did it help you achieve?
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  5. How do you handle busy days, changing priorities, or pressure at work?

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  • Your availability, preferred work style, and salary expectations.

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I am interested in the Flight Software Engineer role because I can bring practical experience in Project Management, Python and Writing, learn the team quickly, and contribute to the outcomes The Exploration Company needs from this hire.

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