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Principal Flight Software Engineer

Job in Bethesda, Montgomery County, Maryland, 20810, USA
Listing for: EVONA
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-11-05
Job specializations:
  • Software Development
    Unix/Linux, Embedded Systems/ Firmware/ IoT, Embedded Software Engineer, C++ Developer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 180000 - 240000 USD Yearly USD 180000.00 240000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Principal Flight Software Engineer – Embedded Linux & Networking

An innovative space technology company is looking for a Principal Flight Software Engineer to help shape the software architecture powering its next generation of satellites.

This is an opportunity to take technical ownership of mission-critical embedded systems, lead networking architecture, and influence engineering standards across a growing Flight Software team.

The Role
  • Lead embedded Linux development, including kernel drivers, BSP bring-up, and hardware integration.
  • Architect satellite networking subsystems, communication protocols, and network interfaces.
  • Develop reliable embedded software using C, C++, and Python.
  • Drive technical decisions, code quality, and engineering best practices.
  • Mentor engineers and lead complex software projects from concept to delivery.
What We’re Looking For
  • 8+ years of software engineering experience, with strong embedded Linux expertise.
  • Hands‑on Linux kernel, device driver, and networking experience.
  • Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, UDP, and communication protocols.
  • Experience with Yocto or Buildroot and embedded debugging tools.
  • Proven technical leadership and cross‑functional collaboration.

Experience in aerospace, satellite systems, telecommunications, or defense technology would be advantageous.

Interested in shaping the software behind advanced satellite systems?

#Hiring #Flight Software #Embedded Linux #Software Engineering #Space Careers #EVONA

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