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$140,000 - $165,000
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Lanham, MD (On-Site/Office)
Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Senior Flight Software Engineer with deep experience in embedded flight software and FPGA/SoC development to join our Flight Software Team in our U.S. office. This engineer will be responsible for developing core flight software for both our current on-orbit satellite fleet and future satellite constellations. The role also includes a leadership component, serving as a forward-facing representative for architectural decisions, cross-team collaboration, and schedule ownership.
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Application Period: Opens on 03/10/2026 and will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.
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Location:
- Current location in Lanham, MD.
- Moving to hybrid remote site in Tysons, VA in Summer of 2026
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and test new embedded flight software from concept through subsystem integration and full system deployment.
- Maintain and modify HDL code to meet mission and spacecraft functionality requirements.
- Integrate mission-specific microcontroller software into systems capable of full spacecraft control.
- Serve as a technical leader within the Flight Software Team, guiding requirements through completion.
- Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to architect new spacecraft features and capabilities.
- Ensure software is robust, reliable, and aligned with mission objectives and timelines.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field- required
Experience:
- Minimum of 6+ years of professional experience in embedded programming and flight or mission-critical systems.
- Hands-on experience supporting development, integration, and deployment of embedded systems.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with STM32 processors.
- Familiarity with scripting languages such as Python, Ruby, or Bash.
- Experience using CMake, Ninja, or other modern cross-compilation build systems.
- Background supporting integration and test activities for aerospace or real-time embedded systems.
Soft Skills:
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to extract, clarify, and document detailed technical requirements.
- Proven ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional engineering teams.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to track deadlines, deliverables, and team commitments.
- Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy across documentation, code, testing, and project deliverables.
Technology Stack:
- Proficiency in C and C++, including modern C++ (C++11 and beyond).
- Experience with Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS), including FreeRTOS.
- Expertise with FPGAs/SoCs and hardware description languages (Verilog, VHDL, or similar).
- Experience with logic simulation and HDL design verification.
- Strong understanding of multi-threaded environments, concurrency, and inter-process communication.
- Familiarity with serial communication protocols (RS-232, RS-485, CAN, SPI).
- Experience with debugging interfaces such as SWD and JTAG.
- Proficiency with laboratory tools including oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and multimeters.
- Ability to read and interpret circuit diagrams and hardware schematics.
- Comfortable in Linux environments and command-line workflows.
- Familiarity with modern development practices: Git, unit testing, continuous integration, Jira, etc.
Compensation:
- Pay range: $140,000 - $165,000 (Based on years of relevant experience)
Benefits:
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, paid time off, federal holidays, and sick leave.
Application Period: Opens on 03/10/2026 and will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.
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