Staff Embedded Linux Software Engineer

The role

The Staff Embedded Linux Software Engineer will develop high-reliability software for satellite systems and payloads. This role involves leading junior engineers and architecting fault-tolerant embedded software.

What you will do

• Lead and mentor a team of junior software engineers
• Develop and maintain embedded software for satellite modules
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to define and refine software requirements
• Architect, design, develop, and maintain reliable, fault-tolerant embedded software
• Serve as the technical lead for multiple satellite programs
• Create and maintain unit tests using Test Driven Development methodologies
• Develop and automate system-level tests
• Build software for specialized payloads including imagers, image processors, communication devices, and astronomical science instruments
• Integrate and test software in simulation, flight-replica, flight-vehicle, and hardware-in-the-loop environments
• Represent Terran Orbital in technical working groups and customer interactions

Required qualifications

• 8+ years of experience developing C/C++ applications for embedded, high-performance, or mission-critical systems
• Experience with bare-metal and/or RTOS-based designs (FreeRTOS, internal schedulers, embedded Linux, etc.)
• Experience with electronic test equipment and embedded debug tools (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, hardware debuggers)
• Deep understanding of microcontroller architectures, peripheral subsystems, and low-level interface design across multiple MCU families
• Experience with serial communication protocols (CAN, RS-232/422/485, I2C, SPI, PCI)
• Highly motivated, self-starting, responsible, thorough, and able to perform duties autonomously without supervision
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• U.S. Person or lawful permanent resident to comply with U.S. government space technology export regulations
• Ability to sit or stand for long durations
• Ability to bend, reach, and walk
• Ability to lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 25 pounds

Nice to have

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field; equivalent professional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
• Experience with ARM and Texas Instruments embedded platforms
• Experience using test equipment such as oscilloscopes and spectrum analyzers
• Familiarity with Linux and GNU toolchains (make, GCC, GDB)
• Experience with scripting languages such as Bash and Python
• Knowledge of build pipelines, deployment processes, and on-target testing
• Familiarity with SOLID software design principles

Benefits

• 100% Company-paid comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents
• 401(k) Match
• Flexible Time Off (FTO)
• Education Reimbursement
• Competitive Paid Parental Leave
• Covered life insurance
• Employee referrals
• Swag

Before you apply

• Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual, or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State
• Position may require a current United States National Security clearance or eligibility for such a clearance

About the company

Terran Orbital is a leading manufacturer of satellite products primarily serving the aerospace and defense industries. They provide end-to-end satellite solutions including design, production, launch planning, mission operations, and on-orbit support.