Flight Software Engineer

Axiom Space

Webster, TX, USA
Onsite
5+ years c/c++/rust/python experience
Linux or vxworks rtos environment
Hardware-in-the-loop testing
Axiom Space is seeking a Flight Software Engineer to design and develop flight software for its upcoming Axiom Space Station. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in embedded software development and a passion for space exploration

Job Summary

  • This role involves designing and developing flight software for the Axiom Space Station in a complex, high-accountability environment.
  • The engineer will collaborate with subsystem engineers on propulsion, environmental control, and guidance navigation to integrate hardware simulation.
  • Candidates must demonstrate technical rigor and execution discipline while supporting milestone reviews such as PDR, CDR, and SDR.

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Axiom Space is seeking a Flight Software Engineer to design and develop flight software for its upcoming Axiom Space Station. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in embedded software development and a passion for space exploration.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5+ years C/C++/Rust/Python experience
  • Linux or VxWorks RTOS environment
  • Hardware-in-the-Loop testing
  • GitLab and CI/CD pipeline tools
  • Serial, Modbus, UDP, TCP protocols

Nice-to-have

  • Spaceflight or safety-critical system experience
  • Containerization for continuous development
  • Entrepreneurial growth mindset
  • High EQ and cross-functional collaboration
  • Experience with fault injection solutions

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science
  • 5+ years of code development experience
  • U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency required
  • Ability to pass U.S. government background investigation

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship or US Permanent Residency

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