As a Flight Software Engineer, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and testing flight software that powers these advanced systems. You'll work closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-performance, real-time embedded software that operates reliably under extreme conditions. This is a hands-on role for an engineer who thrives on solving hard problems, building robust systems from the ground up, and moving fast without compromising quality. RESPONSIBILITIES • Design, develop, and test real-time embedded flight software for missile systems • Collaborate with GNC engineers, systems engineers, and hardware teams to ensure seamless integration • Implement and maintain software for high-reliability, safety-critical environments • Support simulation, hardware-in-the-loop (HIL), and flight testing to validate performance • Participate in root cause analysis and debugging across software and system interfaces • Follow rigorous software lifecycle practices, including configuration management and verification • Contribute to defining and improving development processes, tools, and standards • Stay informed on emerging technologies and best practices relevant to flight software and real-time systems BASIC QUALIFICATIONS • Bachelors or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field • Experience: Open to candidates across all experience levels, from early-career engineers to senior technical contributors. Professional experience, internships, research, open-source contributions, or other hands-on technical work will be considered. • Proficiency in C/C++ and experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) • Familiarity with hardware/software integration and real-time system constraints • Experience working with GNC systems or similar control-intensive applications • Strong understanding of testing practices including simulation and HIL environments • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary team environment • Active or eligible for a Top-Secret security clearance PREFERRED SKILSS AND EXPERIENCE • Experience developing flight software for missile, launch vehicle, or spacecraft systems • Exposure to FPGA-based systems and embedded software optimization techniques • Knowledge of secure software development and cybersecurity best practices • Familiarity with agile or iterative development methodologies • Hands-on experience with software verification, validation, and integration in defense environments