Embedded Solutions Engineer – Space Systems

Job Details

We are seeking an experienced Senior Embedded Engineer to architect and implement software for our satellite systems. This is a hands‑on role where you will work closely with our hardware, RF, and operations teams to develop high‑reliability embedded software that powers our constellation.

This is a full‑time position based in Seattle, WA.

• Python & C Development:
  Write high‑quality, maintainable code in both Python and C for satellite command scripts and performance‑critical embedded applications.
• Embedded Linux Systems:
  Design, implement, and maintain embedded Linux systems for satellite payloads, including kernel configuration, driver development, and system optimization for resource‑constrained space hardware.
• Low‑Level Driver Development:
  Develop and debug device drivers for common interfaces (SPI, I2C, UART, Ethernet) and peripherals including ADCs, DACs, DDR memory controllers, and custom hardware.
• Flight Software Architecture:
  Contribute to the design and implementation of satellite flight software, including command & data handling, telemetry systems, and autonomous operations.
• Hardware Bring‑Up:
  Lead board bring‑up activities for new hardware, working closely with electrical engineers to validate designs, debug interfaces, and commission new systems.
• Space Environment Considerations:
  Design software with awareness of space‑specific challenges including radiation effects (SEUs, latch‑up), thermal constraints, and power budgets.

Hands‑On Engineering:
We value engineers who can move seamlessly between architecture, implementation, and debugging. You'll work with real hardware daily.

Cross‑Functional

Collaboration:

You'll interface with RF engineers, digital design engineers, mechanical engineers, and operations staff to ensure software meets system‑level needs.

Tools:
We use modern development tools including AI, Git, Jira, and Confluence. Experience with oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and JTAG debuggers is essential.

• A Sense of Urgency:
  Lead projects from concept to reality, rapidly and effectively.
• High Learning Agility:
  Love to learn; have a grounded approach to recognizing your weaknesses and take the initiative to brush up on and sharpen your engineering foundations to better collaborate with your teammates with different backgrounds.
• System‑Level Design and Analysis:
  Understand the requirements flow‑down process and be able to quickly iterate on evolving requirements.
• Excellent Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Effectively convey ideas and communicate technical topics with engineering, build staff, and operations; run self‑directed design reviews and participate in reviews of parallel systems.
• Anticipation of Needs:
  Identify problems, think creatively, and rapidly produce reliable and cost‑effective solutions to meet the ever‑growing and changing needs of an early‑stage company.

• 5+ Years of
  
  Experience:
  
  Proven track record of delivering embedded systems for production hardware, preferably in Aerospace, Defense, or other high‑reliability domains.
• Expert‑Level C Programming:
  Deep understanding of C for embedded systems, including memory management, real‑time constraints, and optimization techniques.
• Expert‑Level Python:
  Strong Python skills for scripting, automation, test frameworks, and ground system integration.
• Embedded Linux Proficiency:
  Solid experience with embedded Linux (kernel configuration, device drivers, build root/Yocto, or similar).
• Hardware Interface
  
  Experience:
  
  Demonstrated ability to work with SPI, I2C, UART, Ethernet, and other common protocols. Experience with ADCs, DACs, and memory interfaces (DDR).
• Hardware Debug
  
  Skills:
  
  Comfortable using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and JTAG debuggers to troubleshoot hardware and software issues.
• Space Systems (Optional):
  Experience designing for the space environment, including radiation hardening techniques, thermal management, and understanding of single‑event effects.
• FPGA Integration (Optional):
  Experience interfacing with or developing alongside FPGAs, including familiarity with common communication interfaces (AXI, PCIe, custom parallel buses), register‑mapped peripheral access…