Spacecraft Embedded Linux Engineer; Yocto

Requirements

• C/C++, Bash and Python
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• Proficiency working with the Yocto framework: (for application design and base OS modifications including kernel modules)
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• Knowledge of a Linux-based development environment (Ubuntu)
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• Experience with real-time communication protocols (low level: CAN/UART/SPI/I2C)
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• Experience with inter-process communication protocols (higher level mostly IP based)
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• Understanding of electronics and ability to communicate effectively with hardware engineers (especially for board bring up and test)
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• Excellent documentation skills Preferred
  
  Skills:
  
  Working knowledge or Rust would be a bonus
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• Familiarity with safety-critical embedded systems in any industry
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• Knowledge of version control systems, particularly Git and Git Hub
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• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines
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• Experience with project management tools
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• Understanding of cybersecurity principles for embedded systems
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• Knowledge of telemetry and command systems
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• Experience with formal verification methods for critical software components
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• Experience in implementing Fault Detection, Isolation, and Recovery (FDIR) systems for embedded applications Tools and Technologies: C, C++
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• Scripting languages (Bash/Python)
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• Yocto, Bitbake
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• Ubuntu (development environment)
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• Version control using Git We value adaptability and a willingness to learn new tools and technologies as needed for the role
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• Access to US export-controlled software and/or technology may be required for this role. If needed, Spire will arrange the necessary licenses—this is not something candidates need to have before applying. #LI-MI

• We are seeking an experienced Embedded Linux/Software Engineer to join our Platform team (folks looking after the spacecraft)
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• The successful candidate will play a crucial role in developing software for our satellite systems, contributing to the expansion and enhancement of our space-based data collection capabilities
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• Ideal candidates will embrace the commercialization of nanosatellite systems and adapt to low-cost, fast-paced systems design, development, and implementation methodologies that set Spire apart from our competition
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• In this fast-paced environment, the design to launch cycle is measured in weeks and months, not years!
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• You'll maintain and develop daemons that interface with embedded systems using low-level protocols and higher-level protocols for business logic
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• Implement communication interfaces between embedded systems and higher-level processes
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• Integrate C libraries for specific hardware interfaces
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• Contribute to the design and implementation of fault-tolerant systems
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• Collaborate closely with the Electrical Engineering team to ensure optimal software-hardware integration
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• Spin up new designs and maintain existing products with Yocto - focused on
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• Xilinx MPSoC systems, but we also support number of other systems