Flight Software Architect

Axiom Space

Houston, TX, USA
15+ years mission critical software experience
Real-time embedded system design expertise
Flight control systems architecture knowledge
The role involves defining flight software architectures to build robust real-time safety-critical systems for the Axiom Space Commercial Space program

Job Summary

  • The role involves defining flight software architectures to build robust real-time safety-critical systems for the Axiom Space Commercial Space program.
  • Candidates must have a solid foundation in translating mission requirements into software architecture with deep technical expertise in systems-level thinking.
  • This is a technical leadership position responsible for overseeing the development of fault-tolerant flight software for autonomous space vehicles.

Matching Summary

The role involves defining flight software architectures to build robust real-time safety-critical systems for the Axiom Space Commercial Space program.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 15+ years mission critical software experience
  • Real-time embedded system design expertise
  • Flight control systems architecture knowledge
  • C/C++ or Rust for safety-critical systems
  • Hardware-in-the-loop validation experience

Nice-to-have

  • Spacecraft communications protocols familiarity
  • Linux environment development exposure
  • Redundancy management architecture knowledge
  • Agile project management implementation
  • High-reliability aerospace program support

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering
  • 15+ years in mission critical software development
  • 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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