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Embedded Flight Software Engineer

Job in Centennial, Arapahoe County, Colorado, USA
Listing for: United Launch Alliance, LLC.
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-08-30
Job specializations:
  • Software Development
    Software Engineer, DevOps, Embedded Software Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 77111 USD Yearly USD 77111.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Embedded Flight Software Engineer 1

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Relocation:Yes
- Relocation may be available

Travel Requirements:None/Infrequent

At ULA, success comes through the efforts of a strong, united team.

Thanks for your interest in United Launch Alliance, the world's most experienced and reliable space launch company! Successfully launching more than 155 consecutive missions with 100% mission success doesn't happen by accident. It's a testament to the commitment and dedication of our team of rocket scientists and support employees combined with the systems and processes we use to pull them together.

As a ULA employee, you'll have the opportunity to grow in your career while working in a team-oriented culture that combines technology, innovation, ingenuity and a commitment to the extraordinary. Whether you are in college just launching your career, or, have experience and want to come work with the best rocket team in the world, our unshakable unity yields stronger solutions and better results as we carry out our mission to save lives, explore the universe, and connect the world.

Our team is excited to meet you!

Job Overview & Responsibilities

At ULA, an
Embedded Flight
Software Engineer will act as a hands-on developer to deliver operational and enabling capabilities designed to meet real-time requirements for an embedded flight control system.

As Embedded Flight Software Engineer you will
:

  • Will act as a hands-on developer to deliver operational and enabling capabilities designed to meet real-time requirements for an embedded flight control system.
  • Responsible for designing, developing and documenting software products.
  • Design and develop using modern software principles, resolving complex technical problems and provide solutions which are innovative and ingenious.
  • Develops across the full software lifecycle by refining requirements, designing subsystems, implementing code modules, and building integration, component, and unit tests to verify the software.
  • Will work with a highly collaborative team in an agile environment. Expected to use appropriate standards, processes, procedures and tools throughout the system development life cycle to support the generation of Flight Software.
  • Engage with Product Owners, Technology Representatives, Architects, QA and automation team members on cross-functional activities to design, develop, and test cutting-edge software solutions.

Required Education

Bachelor

Required Years of Experience

None required

Basic Qualifications

  • A bachelor's degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) or a related technical field from an accredited college or university
  • Experience with Python, C and C++ programming with exposure to embedded programming and/or robotics
  • Exposure to Test Automation concepts
  • Experience with Object Oriented Design
  • Experience with Linux
  • Embraces lean-agile development and shared design philosophy
  • Understanding of Software Configuration Management practices and tools such as git
  • Embraces using AI-Assisted tooling in all aspects of development
  • Experience with Microsoft Office applications (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with one or more of the following modern software development practices:
    • Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD)
    • Agile Methodologies
      - Test Driven Development (TDD)
  • Familiarity with an embedded (aerospace, raspberry pi, arduino, robotics) application
  • Hardware/Microprocessor/Software Integration
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Summary Salary Range (forULA - Denver only): $77,111.00 - $

Please note that the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon a candidate's experience and qualifications, as well as internal equity, market and business considerations. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in addition to base pay.

What makes ULA different?

Because we understand launch success comes through the collective efforts of a team, we seek the best to join us. We value ethics, ingenuity, engagement and professional development for employees at all levels.

We offer our employees competitive pay and benefits including:

  • 401(k) match plus an additional employer contribution
  • Discretionary annual incentive bonus for eligible employees
  • Generous paid time off
  • Flexible work environments

Additionally, most salaried ULA team members work a "9/80 schedule," meaning they enjoy every other Friday off.

Benefits and work schedules may vary for union-represented hourly positions and are described in the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

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