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Actalent Flight Software Engineer - C++/VxWorks in San Jose, California
Remote Flight Software Engineer Supporting Space & Satellite Systems!!!
Job Description
Join our dynamic team to work on the PPE (Power and Propulsion Element), a NASA project focused on developing a solar electric ion propulsion module, a crucial part of the Lunar Gateway. This module will facilitate access to the entire lunar surface, support a wide range of lunar orbits, and serve as a space tug for visiting spacecraft. In this role, you will contribute to the development and unit testing of embedded real-time C++ software for satellite communication and networking, including work with SpaceWire, core flight software (cFS), and low-level communication with payloads.
Hard Skills
C++
VxWorks
Embedded real-time development
Satellite communication
Networking
SpaceWire
cFS (core flight software)
Unit testing
5545 chipset development
Soft Skills
- Willingness to engage in both development and testing
Work Site
This is a fully remote position.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider 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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