OUR COMPANY

As an early mover planning to offer key in-space transportation and infrastructure services, Momentus is at the forefront of the commercialization of space. With an experienced team of aerospace, propulsion, and robotics engineers, Momentus has developed a cost-effective and energy-efficient in-space transport system based on plasma water propulsion technology. 

OUR PEOPLE

We are seeking Senior Embedded Software Engineers to direct team of embedded software engineers to design, develop, test and deploy Momentus’ space vehicles' mission critical complex embedded systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Architect software for spacecraft sensors, actuators, communication, power, and propulsion systems.
• Develop embedded software and test applications supporting GNC, payload management, data logging, and other sub-systems
• Execute automated regression testing, HITL testing, and continuous integration functions for the systems you are supporting
• Fault Detection Isolation and Recovery (FDIR) and reliability/system testing
• Support anomaly replication and resolution activities
• Collaborate with system engineers, application software engineers, and IT to develop software solutions for spacecraft system control and test needs
• Own all aspects of software development- including design, testing, deployment, and maintenance
• Provide strong technical leadership, focus on continuous improvement and training

Required Skills and Experience

• Proficient with C and C
• Hands on experience with Embedded linux, BSP or device drivers
• Familiarity with ARM Crtex architecture
• Experience with TCP/IP and networking stacks

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Experience with Python, containerization, and CI/CD
• Strong skills in debugging, performance optimization and unit testing
• Experience with Real Time Operating Systems
• Familiarity with SPI, I2C, CAN, Ethernet, and USB
• Understanding of wireless communication
• Ability to read schematics and debug peripherals such as ADCs, timers, memory interfaces, etc.
• Strong communication/mentorship skills and experience in technical leadership
• Ability to work independently and in a team, take initiative, and communicate effectively
• Familiar with best-practices for mission-critical embedded software such as static memory allocation; timing analysis; fault detection, isolation, and recover; etc.

Education & Work Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or other science discipline
• 5 years of experience with mission critical embedded software design, development, and testing

This is a full-time position in San Jose, California. This position requires access to export-controlled commodities, technical data, technology, software, and services. U.S. citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3) is required

Momentus is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. Momentus is also an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, creed, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other protected class.

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