The Exploration Company
In-Orbit Services Flight Software System Engineer(m/w/x)
Full-timeOn-siteSenior
München
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THThe Exploration Company
Senior Flight Software Engineer(m/w/x)
München
Full-timeOn-siteSenior
Nejo AI Summary
Designing and implementing core flight software for modular, reusable space orbital vehicles. Modern C++ (C++17+) and Python proficiency with real-time embedded systems experience required. Relocation assistance and visa sponsorship available.
Requirements
- Strong proficiency in modern C++ (C++17 or newer) and Python
- Experience with real-time systems, embedded development, or spacecraft software
- Demonstrated ability to take ownership of complex technical problems
- Familiarity with software testing methodologies and simulation tools
- Excellent cross-disciplinary communication and collaboration skills
- Good understanding of math & physics
- Focus on detail, quality, and testing
- Experience with CI/CD systems and build systems
- Knowledge of safety critical and real-time critical software and familiarity with RTOS
- Good understanding of communication protocols such as TCP/IP, UART, CAN Bus and serialization
- Experience with automotive or flight software frameworks
- Background in orbital mechanics, spacecraft systems, or space mission lifecycle
- Experience with industry standards such as AUTOSAR, ECSS, DO-178
Tasks
- Design and implement core flight software modules
- Own spacecraft control, telemetry, data handling, fault management, and communications
- Develop support tooling in modern C++ and Python
- Follow best practices in software architecture, testing, and performance optimization
- Build and maintain test frameworks for automated unit, integration, and hardware-in-the-loop testing
- Create and run high-fidelity simulations for flight dynamics and subsystem interactions
- Collaborate with GNC, avionics, propulsion, and mission operations teams
- Participate in code reviews, design reviews, and flight readiness assessments
Work Experience
- approx. 4 - 6 years
Education
- Bachelor's degreeOR
- Master's degree
Languages
- English – Business Fluent
Tools & Technologies
- C++
- Python
- CI/CD systems
- RTOS
- AUTOSAR
- ECSS
- DO-178
Benefits
Additional Allowances
- Relocation assistance
Other Benefits
- Visa sponsorship
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THThe Exploration Company
Senior Flight Software Engineer(m/w/x)
München
Full-timeOn-siteSenior
Nejo AI Summary
Designing and implementing core flight software for modular, reusable space orbital vehicles. Modern C++ (C++17+) and Python proficiency with real-time embedded systems experience required. Relocation assistance and visa sponsorship available.
Requirements
- Strong proficiency in modern C++ (C++17 or newer) and Python
- Experience with real-time systems, embedded development, or spacecraft software
- Demonstrated ability to take ownership of complex technical problems
- Familiarity with software testing methodologies and simulation tools
- Excellent cross-disciplinary communication and collaboration skills
- Good understanding of math & physics
- Focus on detail, quality, and testing
- Experience with CI/CD systems and build systems
- Knowledge of safety critical and real-time critical software and familiarity with RTOS
- Good understanding of communication protocols such as TCP/IP, UART, CAN Bus and serialization
- Experience with automotive or flight software frameworks
- Background in orbital mechanics, spacecraft systems, or space mission lifecycle
- Experience with industry standards such as AUTOSAR, ECSS, DO-178
Tasks
- Design and implement core flight software modules
- Own spacecraft control, telemetry, data handling, fault management, and communications
- Develop support tooling in modern C++ and Python
- Follow best practices in software architecture, testing, and performance optimization
- Build and maintain test frameworks for automated unit, integration, and hardware-in-the-loop testing
- Create and run high-fidelity simulations for flight dynamics and subsystem interactions
- Collaborate with GNC, avionics, propulsion, and mission operations teams
- Participate in code reviews, design reviews, and flight readiness assessments
Work Experience
- approx. 4 - 6 years
Education
- Bachelor's degreeOR
- Master's degree
Languages
- English – Business Fluent
Tools & Technologies
- C++
- Python
- CI/CD systems
- RTOS
- AUTOSAR
- ECSS
- DO-178
Benefits
Additional Allowances
- Relocation assistance
Other Benefits
- Visa sponsorship
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About the Company
The Exploration Company
Industry
Aerospace
Description
The company is developing, producing, and operating Nyx, a modular and reusable space orbital vehicle.
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