Software Engineer III (Ground Software) at Inversion Space

Los Angeles, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Aerospace, SpaceIndustries

Requirements

6+ years of direct, hands-on experience designing and implementing flight software or ground software
Bachelor’s degree in physics, math, computer science, or similar field
Strong coding skills in C or C++
Efficient communication and collaboration skills
Solid understanding of network concepts
Experience deploying software at scale
Knowledge of Agile principles including planning/backlog tools (e.g., JIRA)
Ability to utilize scripting languages (e.g., Python)

Responsibilities

Develop intuitive software that enables real-time operation of space vehicles
Design command and control systems
Create simulations to validate system operation
Assist with the growth and development of the software organization, including conducting interviews and mentoring/onboarding other engineers and interns
Participate in the complete development cycle from ground testing to mission operations

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

C++CPythonNetworkingJIRAAgileSoftware DeploymentUI DevelopmentSimulation

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this position remote or onsite?

This is an onsite position.

What is the salary for this Software Engineer III role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What are the key required skills for this role?

The role requires 6+ years of hands-on experience in flight or ground software, strong coding skills in C or C++, solid understanding of network concepts, experience deploying software at scale, and knowledge of Agile principles.

What is the team structure like for this position?

You will be a key member of the Processing Core team, reporting directly to the Director of Engineering, Processing Core, and working with Flight Software, Avionics, and Simulation teams.

What makes a strong candidate for this Ground Software Engineer role?

Strong candidates have 6+ years of experience in flight or ground software, a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, strong C/C++ skills, and desired experience in mission-critical software, avionics, or startups.

Inversion Space

Develops low-cost re-entry vehicles for cargo

About Inversion Space

Inversion Space develops re-entry vehicles that are designed to return cargo and resources from space at a low cost and with high frequency. Their vehicles enable the safe return of various types of cargo from low-earth orbit and beyond, making the process of returning from space as routine as launching into it. This company serves clients in the space exploration and commercial space sectors, generating revenue through service contracts and partnerships with space agencies and private companies. Inversion Space differentiates itself by focusing on the efficiency and reliability of its re-entry solutions, which are essential for the sustainability and growth of space operations.

Torrance, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2021Year Founded

$121.6MTotal Funding

SERIES_ACompany Stage

AerospaceIndustries

51-200Employees