X-Bow Systems
Overview
Location: Huntsville, AL
X-Bow Systems is looking to fill a
Lead Flight Software Engineer
position to own the flight software effort for X-Bow's family of solid propellant launch vehicles from initial concept and requirements definition, through implementation, testing, and flight operations. Additionally, opportunities exist to own or support other key launch vehicle systems including avionics, cabling, and ordnance.
Responsibilities
Flight software requirements definition and modular architecture development
Selection and configuration of computing hardware, operating system, external libraries, and other hardware/software trade studies
Implementation of software/middleware interfaces to communicate with devices such as sensors, actuators, radios, FPGAs/microprocessors, and power bus controllers
Flight software development and implementation
Software Validation and Verification Methodologies standardization
Participate in design and standup of hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL) lab
Support launch vehicle integration, test, and flight operations
Required Skills & Qualifications
Minimum 15 years of directly related industry experience
Background in embedded software engineering for aerospace applications
C/C++ preferred
Ability to identify and tailor appropriate computing hardware for the application
Familiarity with real-time operating systems (FREERTOS, Zephyr, VxWorks, Green Hills Integrity)
Experience creating software interfaces and device drivers for serial communications (RS-232/422/485), Ethernet (TCP/UDP), and other communication interfaces
Software Unit Test Suites
Version control (git, svn, or similar; Git preferred)
Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems during operational events
Ability to work in small collaborative teams, turning high level goals into detailed designs and operational products
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
Ability to complete assignments with little or no supervision
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment
Additional Attributes That Will Be Considered For Position Selection
Experience with Atlassian software - Confluence and Jira
Demonstrated past ownership of embedded aerospace software through entire life cycle
Avionics systems engineering experience
Experience developing simulation environments for flight software test campaigns
Desire to support or own other key launch vehicle systems which require similar capabilities, including:
Avionics (Flight Computers, Navigation Hardware, Power, etc.)
What We Offer
The chance to work on groundbreaking projects in the aerospace industry
A collaborative and inclusive work environment with flexible and remote options
Opportunities for career growth and development
Competitive compensation and benefits
General Disclosure X-Bow Launch Systems, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment is based on merit, competence, and qualifications and will not be influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Thank you for your interest in joining X-Bow Launch Systems, Inc., the space revolution on a solid foundation!
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X-Bow Systems is looking to fill a
Lead Flight Software Engineer
position to own the flight software effort for X-Bow's family of solid propellant launch vehicles from initial concept and requirements definition, through implementation, testing, and flight operations. Additionally, opportunities exist to own or support other key launch vehicle systems including avionics, cabling, and ordnance.
Responsibilities
Flight software requirements definition and modular architecture development
Selection and configuration of computing hardware, operating system, external libraries, and other hardware/software trade studies
Implementation of software/middleware interfaces to communicate with devices such as sensors, actuators, radios, FPGAs/microprocessors, and power bus controllers
Flight software development and implementation
Software Validation and Verification Methodologies standardization
Participate in design and standup of hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL) lab
Support launch vehicle integration, test, and flight operations
Required Skills & Qualifications
Minimum 15 years of directly related industry experience
Background in embedded software engineering for aerospace applications
C/C++ preferred
Ability to identify and tailor appropriate computing hardware for the application
Familiarity with real-time operating systems (FREERTOS, Zephyr, VxWorks, Green Hills Integrity)
Experience creating software interfaces and device drivers for serial communications (RS-232/422/485), Ethernet (TCP/UDP), and other communication interfaces
Software Unit Test Suites
Version control (git, svn, or similar; Git preferred)
Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems during operational events
Ability to work in small collaborative teams, turning high level goals into detailed designs and operational products
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
Ability to complete assignments with little or no supervision
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment
Additional Attributes That Will Be Considered For Position Selection
Experience with Atlassian software - Confluence and Jira
Demonstrated past ownership of embedded aerospace software through entire life cycle
Avionics systems engineering experience
Experience developing simulation environments for flight software test campaigns
Desire to support or own other key launch vehicle systems which require similar capabilities, including:
Avionics (Flight Computers, Navigation Hardware, Power, etc.)
What We Offer
The chance to work on groundbreaking projects in the aerospace industry
A collaborative and inclusive work environment with flexible and remote options
Opportunities for career growth and development
Competitive compensation and benefits
General Disclosure X-Bow Launch Systems, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment is based on merit, competence, and qualifications and will not be influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Thank you for your interest in joining X-Bow Launch Systems, Inc., the space revolution on a solid foundation!
#J-18808-Ljbffr