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Embedded Controls Engineer, Spacecraft

Greater Denver Area💼 Full-time💰 $100,000–$100,000🗓 2026-06-30 → 2026-09-26

Core

Design, implement, and validate embedded control software for spacecraft subsystems including propulsion, robotics, avionics, and vehicle actuation systems.

Role type

Embedded Controls Engineer (Spacecraft)

Builds

Robotic spacecraft for dynamic space operations (maneuvering, upgrading, refueling, exploration)

Domain

Aerospace / Space Systems / Embedded Control

Deliverable

production ML models | product features

Required skills

Embedded software development (C/C++), Real-time control algorithms, Classical and modern control techniques, Embedded communication protocols (CAN, SPI, I2C, UART, Ethernet), Hardware-software debugging

Preferred skills

Guidance, navigation, and control (GNC) systems, Real-time operating systems (RTOS), Embedded Linux, Hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) and software-in-the-loop (SIL) testing

Technologies

C, C++, RTOS, Embedded Linux, CAN, SPI, I2C, UART, Ethernet

Responsibilities

Develop real-time control algorithms and flight software interfacing with sensors and actuators; Support bring-up, integration, testing, and troubleshooting in lab and flight environments; Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and flight software engineers; Own system performance through testing and mission execution

Seniority

Mid-Senior, hands-on IC

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