Rocket Lab is looking to solve the problem of developing flight software for their Space Systems programs to support the development of complete spacecraft, precision payloads, and components that allow them to thrive in space.
Requirements
- Proficiency in C and C++ languages
- Experience with Real Time Operating Systems (RTOS) or with Embedded Linux
- Experience developing software and drivers with CAN/CAN-FD and/or UDP/TCP within an embedded system
- Experience developing software for autonomous vehicles operating in harsh environments, such as satellites or autonomous vehicles
- Experience with Continuous Integration frameworks
- Experience with unit testing and validation of software
- Experience with design reviews and source code management
Responsibilities
- Develop application software to run within a Real Time Operating System (RTOS) and/or embedded Linux
- Develop hardware drivers to interface to Inertial Measurement Units (IMUs), Star Trackers, Reaction Wheels and other spacecraft sensors and actuators
- Develop and maintain comprehensive unit tests to run within a Continuous Integration framework
- Collaborate with hardware-in-the-loop test engineers to verify and validate combined software and hardware functionality
- Collaborate with systems engineers and embedded systems engineers in developing, documenting and validating requirements
- Participate in review of source code changes and ensure all changes meet company coding standards
- Participate in design reviews such as a PDR and CDR
Other
- U.S. citizenship is required, due to program requirements
- Active DoD US Government Secret security clearance or, ability to obtain and maintain one
- Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, or equivalent technical degree
- Ability to commute to buildings
- Ability to sit, use hands and fingers, operate computer keyboard and controls, and communicate verbally and in writing
