Flight Software Engineer

Stratolaunch is a technology accelerator that engineers operationally realistic testing at Mach 5+. Our air-launched, Talon testbeds are reusable, cost-effective platforms that enable routine access to the hypersonic environment. We deliver flight data critical to validating system performance and achieving rapid technology deployment. Together with our customers, we drive innovations that are imperative to advancing national security. To help achieve these efforts, Stratolaunch is seeking a full-time Sr-, Staff-, or Principal-level Software Engineer to lead the development and testing of flight software for an autonomous hypersonic test vehicle. While reporting to the Vehicle Management System (VMS) lead, you will lead multiple phases of the software development lifecycle and collaborate with other personnel throughout system development, ground test, and flight test. You will integrate and oversee the integration of vehicle management system application code in addition to the development of subsystem management code. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Develop and test new flight software in support of hypersonic air-launch vehicle systems Contribute and oversee the integration of complex aerospace systems Collaborate with stakeholders to develop software requirements and solutions Support flight software architecture development including concept and implementation Perform de [... source excerpt omitted ...] verification and validation Support various lab/bench hardware tests with custom software Provide technical guidance for projects within the larger program Demonstrate honesty, responsibility, integrity, and fulfillment of commitments Travel, as needed, to support the department QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Required Qualifications: Must demonstrate the abili [... source excerpt omitted ...] tasking, and coordinate with VMS lead to accomplish VMS goals. Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance Required Computer Skills: C++ language programming Preferred Qualifications: Flight computer and/or vehicle management computer software development, test, and integration Agile Software Development methodologies Experience with VxWorks operating systems Experience with 1553 communication TS/SCI security clearance Preferred Computer Skills: Familiarity with configuration management systems – Jira, Bitbucket, or Git Familiarity with Matlab/Simulink and/or Python EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE Sr-level ($120,500-158,000): Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) from accredited instit