Embedded Software Engineer

Embedded Software Engineer

Job Description
As an Embedded Software Engineer, you will design, implement, and certify flight control software for a spaceflight vehicle. You will play a crucial role in developing safety‑critical software, ensuring traceability, and conducting thorough review and verification processes.

• Design and implement flight control software for spaceflight vehicles.
• Develop safety‑critical software with a focus on traceability, review, and verification.
• Collaborate with an agile software engineering team to ensure delivery of high‑quality software.

• Proficiency in C++ and Python programming languages.
• Experience in C programming.
• Extensive experience in software development, particularly safety‑critical systems.
• Knowledge of flight control software development.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field.

Join an agile software engineering team dedicated to the development of safety‑critical software. You will have the opportunity to contribute directly to the Delta space plane project as it approaches its launch dates in late 2026.

This is a Contract position based out of Tustin, CA.

The pay range for this position is $75.00 - $95.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a hybrid position in Tustin, CA. Final date to receive applications:
January 20, 2026.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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