Senior Manager, Flight Software

Capella Space

Louisville, CO, United States
Base: $192,979 - $252,659; bonus/equity: included ...
On-site
10+ years software engineering experience
2+ years managing engineering teams
Real-time embedded systems expertise
This role leads the team responsible for developing and maintaining the software that runs Capella's satellite fleet in space

Job Summary

  • This role leads the team responsible for developing and maintaining the software that runs Capella's satellite fleet in space.
  • The position requires owning the overall technical direction and execution strategy for flight software across multiple programs while ensuring high-quality delivery.
  • Capella values curiosity, resilience, and a willingness to tackle hard problems with precision and creativity in a collaborative culture.

Matching Summary

This role leads the team responsible for developing and maintaining the software that runs Capella's satellite fleet in space.

Salary

Base: $192,979 - $252,659; Bonus/Equity: Included in total compensation package; Benefits: Range of benefit options available

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years software engineering experience
  • 2+ years managing engineering teams
  • Real-time embedded systems expertise
  • C and C++ proficiency required
  • Embedded Linux and RTOS knowledge
  • Microcontroller and SoC integration
  • Git CI/CD and automated testing

Nice-to-have

  • Python or shell scripting skills
  • Xilinx Zynq hardware experience
  • Linux kernel module development
  • Space systems background preferred
  • Strategic planning capabilities
  • Cross-functional collaboration skills

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in CS, CE, EE or related field
  • U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent resident status
  • ITAR compliance eligibility required
  • Experience with bare-metal and RTOS environments

Work Rights

Must be U.S. citizen, Green Card holder, refugee, or asylum grantee

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