Flight Software Engineer
US$175,000 – US$270,000 / yr base salary
Posted 30 Sep 2026
Advertised as “Staff Flight Software Engineer”
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- Expected experience
- 6+ yrs
- Management level
- Individual contributor
- Employment
- On-Site
| Base salary | US$175,000 – US$270,000 / yr |
|---|
Field of studyComputer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering (or related)
Study levelBachelor's
Field of studyComputer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering (or related)
Study levelMaster's
Space is a warfighting domain. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build the technology that secures it.
OUR MISSION
True Anomaly delivers decisive capabilities for space superiority. We build autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors — enabling the U.S. and its Allies to secure the space environment and counter threats from the ultimate high ground.
OUR VALUES
- Be the offset. We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity.
- What would it take? We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results.
- It’s the people. Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together.
BENEFITS & PERKS*
- Best-in-class healthcare: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, with HSA/HRA options
- Generous time off: Flexible Time Off (FTO) for exempt employees, accrued PTO of up to 25 days for non-exempt employees, plus 12 paid holidays; Parental Leave; Sick Leave
- Fuel for your day: Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks for in-office employees
- And more: 401(k) retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, and Dog Fridays
- Equity participation: Equity is included as part of our total compensation package, giving you an opportunity to share in the company’s success.
*Do not apply to fixed term and temporary roles
YOUR MISSION
As a Staff Flight Software Engineer at True Anomaly, you will gain experience at every phase of the spacecraft program including design, analysis, manufacturing, test, and flight. The company culture is one of innovation and speed, so if you are looking for a place that allows you to reach your full potential, this is the job to consider.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist in the software development cycle including design, development, integration, and test for flight computers used in space missions (on-board computers, processing units and others)
- Integrate complex GNC algorithms with flight software
- Assist with the Command Telemetry Database (CDTB) definition and maintenance for ground and on-orbit test and mission
- Collaborate with the ground C2 software team
- Assist with the effort for command scripting and sequencing of the Spacecraft
- Assist with design and implement satellite subsystem model simulators on HITL/SITL environment