Senior Burst Capacity Software Engineer (LOCALS ONLY)

  • Long Beach, CA
  • Posted 1 day ago | Updated 2 hours ago

Overview

Hybrid
$70 - $75
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent
Contract - 6 Month(s)

Skills

C/C++
Python
Aerospace
Embedded System
Spacecraft
Avionics
Hardware-in-the-loop (HIL)
Software-in-the-loop (SIL)
CI/CD tools
Aerospace Standards
mission-critical
3D Simulation

Job Details

We are seeking technically caliber software engineers to support high-intensity development surges and mission-critical aerospace projects for our client. Candidates must be adaptable, ready to contribute immediately, and able to perform in a fast-paced environment.

Key Requirements:
Strong proficiency in C/C++ and/or Rust; Python or Go is a plus
Experience with real-time operating systems, embedded platforms, multithreading, and low-level hardware interfaces (I2C, SPI, CAN, UART)
Background in spacecraft avionics, flight software, ground control systems, and space communication protocols (CCSDS, CANOpen, custom IPC)
Familiarity with radiation-hardened environments and deterministic software under timing constraints
Experience with hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) and software-in-the-loop (SIL) testing, digital twins, and simulation tools such as MATLAB/Simulink or NASA Trick
Proficiency in CI/CD tools (Git, Jenkins, Docker, Bazel, GitLab CI/CD) and automated testing/static analysis tools
Knowledge of distributed system design, telemetry packetization, and optimization for constrained memory, CPU, and bandwidth
Understanding of embedded security, secure boot, encryption, and fault tolerance in space-grade systems
Familiarity with GNU toolchain, cross-compilation, aerospace standards (DO-178C, NASA guidelines), and common development tools (Git, JIRA, Confluence)
Strong operational agility, fast ramp-up, ownership mindset, and clear documentation skills

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