Software Engineer - Test Infrastructure at Muon Space

Mountain View, California, United States

Muon Space Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Aerospace, SpaceIndustries

Requirements

  • B.S. or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Robotics, or a related field
  • 3+ years of experience in software development, with a significant focus on test automation or test infrastructure development
  • Strong programming skills, particularly in Python
  • Proven experience with testing embedded systems or hardware components
  • Experience developing or working with software for hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testbeds
  • Familiarity with common electronics test equipment (e.g., oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, logic analyzers)
  • Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines (e.g. Github Actions)
  • Strong sense of accountability, integrity, and team focus with extensive multi-tasking and organizational experience

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain robust and scalable software test frameworks and infrastructure for hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) and component-level testing
  • Create and automate tests for avionics computers and other electronic hardware components used in Muon's spacecraft
  • Collaborate closely with hardware, avionics, and software engineers to define test requirements, develop comprehensive test plans, and troubleshoot issues identified during testing
  • Integrate test infrastructure with continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) systems to streamline the testing process
  • Develop tools, utilities, and processes to improve test efficiency, test coverage, and the reliability of test results
  • Analyze test data, identify failures or anomalies, and work collaboratively with relevant engineering teams to investigate and resolve hardware and software issues
  • Maintain documentation for test infrastructure, procedures, and equipment
  • Contribute to an inclusive, collaborative, and team-oriented culture that fosters high productivity and opportunities for growth

Skills

HIL
Test Automation
CI/CD
Avionics Testing
Manufacturing Testing
Test Frameworks
Data Analysis

Muon Space

Designs and operates satellite constellations

About Muon Space

Muon Space designs, deploys, and operates satellite constellations to provide Earth Intelligence that helps protect people, the climate, and ecosystems. Their services include creating mission strategies, building satellite systems, and managing these systems using their own AI automation technology. This approach allows them to deliver high performance and reliability while keeping costs low and speeding up satellite launches. Unlike many competitors, Muon Space focuses on understanding and solving their clients' specific needs rather than just selling satellite products. They operate on a pay-as-you-go model, which includes the development and operation of satellite constellations and the data generated from them. The team at Muon Space has significant experience from leading organizations like NASA, Google, and SpaceX, which enhances their capability to deliver valuable insights to clients in areas such as climate change, security, and resource management.

Mountain View, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2021Year Founded
$98.9MTotal Funding
SERIES_BCompany Stage
Consulting, AI & Machine Learning, AerospaceIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Company Equity
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Paid Sick Leave
Parental Leave

Risks

Competition from tech giants like Google may challenge Muon Space's market share.
Reliance on partnerships, like with Earth Fire Alliance, poses strategic alignment risks.
Ambitious FireSat Constellation timeline by 2026 could strain operations and finances.

Differentiation

Muon Space offers end-to-end space systems with mission-tailored LEO satellite constellations.
Their technology stack optimizes missions for faster time-to-orbit and remote sensing performance.
Muon Space's team has expertise from NASA, Google, and SpaceX, enhancing their innovative capabilities.

Upsides

Muon Space secured $56.7 million in Series B funding, boosting financial stability.
Partnership with SNC enhances RF technology, expanding commercial possibilities for Muon Space.
FireSat Constellation addresses rising demand for wildfire monitoring due to climate change.

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