Software Engineer
US$114,000 – US$149,000 / yr base salary
Posted 5 Jun 2026
Advertised as “Software Engineer (5-8 yrs)”
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- Expected experience
- 5–8 yrs
- Management level
- People management
- Employment
- Hybrid
- Contract
- Full-time
- Visa sponsorship
- Not offered
| Base salary | US$114,000 – US$149,000 / yr |
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Advanced Space | Full-time | Hybrid
We’re going to the Moon. Think you’ve got what it takes?
About the Role
At Advanced Space, we're enabling humanity's return to the Moon and building the technologies that will take us to Mars and beyond. We're looking for a Software Engineer with 5–8 years of experience to develop mission-critical ground and flight software that powers some of the most ambitious space missions in the industry.
In this role, you'll design, develop, and maintain software supporting spacecraft operations, mission control systems, and advanced space technologies. You'll collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to build reliable, scalable software that supports real missions—from lunar exploration to national security and commercial space programs.
We're looking for someone who enjoys solving challenging technical problems, writing high-quality software, mentoring teammates, and building systems that help shape the future of space exploration.
This position is open to U.S. Citizens only. Visa sponsorship is not available.
An active security clearance is preferred, or the ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance is required.
About Advanced Space
Advanced Space exists to enable the sustainable exploration, development, and settlement of space through innovative software, mission services, and technology solutions. As the owner and operator of NASA's CAPSTONE™ mission and the Prime Contractor for AFRL's Oracle mission, we're helping shape the future of cislunar exploration while supporting commercial, civil, and national security customers.
Our team combines deep technical expertise with an entrepreneurial mindset. We move quickly, collaborate across disciplines, and empower every engineer to make meaningful contributions. If you're passionate about solving challenging problems and seeing your work fly in space, you'll fit right in.
What You'll Actually Do
Build mission-critical software.
Design, develop, test, and maintain ground and flight software that supports spacecraft operations, mission control, and next-generation space missions. Contribute across the full software development lifecycle—from new features to bug fixes and system enhancements.
Design scalable software solutions.
Translate system requirements into clean, maintainable code while contributing to software architecture, design decisions, and reusable engineering solutions. Help improve system performance, reliability, and long-term maintainability.
Collaborate across engineering teams.