Flight Software Director - SV Engineering - Flight Software

York Space Systems was founded to radically improve spacecraft affordability and reliability, transforming, and enabling next- generation space mission operations worldwide. Today, York is one of the most innovative aerospace companies, specializing in end-to-end customer solutions and the rapid production of spacecraft platforms. York’s complete Space Segment Solution includes spacecraft production, payload integration, system integration & test, launch services, ground segment services, and mission operations, enabling customers to leverage York’s existing technology solutions to get to orbit rapidly and responsively. We’re looking to expand our team across the board.

We are seeking a Director of Flight Software (FSW) who will be responsible for the overall design, development, integration, test, maintenance and configuration management of our space vehicle flight software as well as for managing the team that performs this work. The successful candidate will lead all software engineering activities associated with the delivery of embedded flight software products for turn-key York space mission customers. This assignment includes implementation of functional spacecraft capabilities that fall in areas of command and control, payload integration, space-to-space and space-to-ground communication, data management, fault management, etc. The ideal candidate has experience both developing software and managing software teams, thrives in a highly collaborative environment and enjoys the challenge of creating working solutions from complex, multi-faceted design requirements.

Responsibilities

• Reports to the VP of Software Engineering (SWE) to communicate FSW product development status, schedule and risk
• Defines and implements the FSW product roadmap, ensuring alignment with customer requirements as well as priorities set by the SWE VP and York CTO
• Serves as the primary interface to Space Vehicle Engineering Division (SVE), Assembly, Integration & Test (AI&T), Mission Operations (MOPS) and Program Management for requirements, product/service delivery and customer satisfaction
• Responsible for the quality of FSW resources, products, deliverables, and schedules through all phases of the mission lifecycle
• Ensures staff provide first line of support to AI&T and MOPS by investigating and triaging problems then coordinating and communicating the appropriate responses
• Develops, documents, implements, maintains and quality-assures FSW-defined best practices and processes within SWE
• Builds, mentors, and leads a high-performing FSW team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning while setting clear goals and expectations
• Manages a team of FSW Managers, including approving/validating PTO requests, travel requests, time charges; ensuring company policy compliance, holding regular 1:1s with direct reports, managing performance reviews, and supporting career progression sponsorship
• Manages FSW communications, collaborations, and leadership events
• Leads weekly FSW Executive Report meeting for SWE leadership and other York stakeholders and Weekly FSW Leadership meeting with Team Leads
• Manages risk at the FSW Department level
• Supports cross-Department product development, integration and test efforts
• Leads special projects and performs other duties as directed by the SWE VP and DVP
  

Qualifications

• BS in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
• 10 years of experience in software engineering, preferably with 5 years in a leadership role
• Proven track record in developing and managing aerospace applications
• 3 years of recent real-time embedded flight software experience
• Experience with C/C , Python, and Linux
• Experience with flight software, telemetry and command software, networking protocols, and satellite space and ground segment operations
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to work in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment
• Active Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain Top Secret
  
  

Benefits

In addition to compensation, York Space Systems is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance along with PTO and a 401K.

How To Apply

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by clicking the “Apply” link at the top of the page. York Space Systems will be accepting applications on a rolling basis until the position is closed. York Space Systems provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, military or protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Must have permanent authorization to work in the United States. This policy applies to all terms and conditions or employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. YORK SPACE SYSTEMS IS AN EEO EMPLOYER.