Spacecraft Flight Computing Engineer
The Exploration CompanyMaryland, United States
Posted September 15, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
The Exploration Company specializes in designing and constructing cutting-edge space vehicles to facilitate international collaboration and exploration. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, the company aims to revolutionize space travel by promoting global cooperation and pushing the boundaries of what's possible in aerospace technology.
Job Description
The Exploration Company is seeking a highly skilled Spacecraft Flight Computing Engineer to develop, implement, and maintain real-time embedded computing systems for spacecraft avionics. The role focuses on building resilient systems for radiation effects and applying IP networking skills. This position involves hardware and software development, including RTOS, Linux, and FPGA design, as well as system integration and fault injection testing.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Strong proficiency in C/C++ and Python for embedded software development.
- Hands-on experience with real-time systems and Linux-based embedded computing.
- Practical expertise in fault-tolerant computing methods (redundancy, checkpoint/restart, graceful degradation).
- Knowledge of IP networking protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, routing, switching) with experience implementing TSN and PTP.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefits
- Opportunities for technical growth
