Lead Flight Software Engineer, Special Programs

As a Lead Flight Software Engineer for Special Programs at Impulse Space, you will lead the design, development, integration, and operation of the software that powers some of the most agile delta-V spacecraft under development. You will work closely with GNC, avionics, propulsion, systems, and mission operations teams to deliver high-reliability software for responsive space missions.

Lead the design, implementation, integration, and verification of flight software for high-performance space vehicles produced at scale. Architect real-time flight software systems for responsive spacecraft, including command and telemetry, mission sequencing, autonomy, and fault management. Develop and integrate software for closed-loop control of propulsion, attitude control, and other time-critical vehicle systems.

Develop detection and mitigation algorithms for anomalies such as sensor failures, actuator malfunctions, or radiation-induced faults. Mentor and provide technical direction to a team of flight software engineers. Support mission operations and troubleshoot real-time issues during ground integration, environmental testing, and on-orbit operations. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field. 5+ years of professional experience developing C/C++ code for embedded systems in aerospace, with at least 1 year in a technical leadership role.

Demonstrated experience of computer architecture, operating systems, deterministic real-time execution, and embedded networking. Experience with Embedded Linux in mission-critical environments.