Staff Embedded Software Engineer

Are you passionate about shaping the future of humanity's presence in space? Lunar Outpost, an industry leader in space robotics and planetary vehicles, invites you to join our team! Lunar Outpost is dedicated to creating a permanent presence in space, while also driving positive impacts here on Earth. Currently, we are seeking a  Staff Embedded Software Engineer  to contribute to our mission in a dynamic startup environment. The main responsibilities of the Staff Embedded Software Engineer is to develop software for robotic systems, ensuring the system meets stringent real-time, safety and reliability requirements for crewed and autonomous space operations.
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Key Responsibilities:
Design, develop, and  maintain  embedded and flight software for real-time systems
Implement software on RTOS-based platforms (e.g., VxWorks, RTEMS, or similar)
Support development of flight software applications, including command/telemetry handling and system control logic
Develop and integrate device drivers and hardware abstraction layers
Collaborate with hardware and systems engineers to integrate software with embedded platforms
Assist  with system integration, testing, and validation, including simulation and hardware-in-the-loop environments
Debug and troubleshoot issues related to performance, timing, and system interaction
Contribute to documentation, including design descriptions and test procedures
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in  computer  or electrical  engineering or related field
5+  years  in embedded software or avionics systems for sp ace or mission-critical robotics applications
Experience with at least one RTOS-based system (e.g., VxWorks, FreeRTOS, RTEMS, or similar)
Understanding of real-time systems concepts (task scheduling, interrupts, memory constraints)
Experience with software integration and testing on hardware platforms
Proficiency  in C for embedded systems
Familiarity with spacecraft data handling, telemetry/command processing, and   networking
Self-motivated, focused, and driven to meet critical  deadlines
Excellent organization and time management skills
U.S. Person
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with device driver development or board support packages (BSPs)
Experience with flight software frameworks such as NASA  cFS or similar architectures
Experience with   robotics platforms   for planetary exploration, surface mobility, or space station operations
Experience working with simulation tools or hardware-in-the-loop testing
Knowledge of fault-tolerant or safety-critical software design principles
Experience with GNC software integration in robotic or spacecraft systems
Prior work with crewed vehicle avionics architecture or planetary robotics
Experience  mentoring  junior  engineers  and  task  planning
Compensation & Benefits: Compensation level and base salary are competitively structured and thoughtfully determined based on factors such as relevant skills, experience, education, and the scope of the role.
Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision benefits, with 70% of premiums covered by the employer
Paid time off: Three (3) weeks per year of vacation
Retirement plan: Up to 4% employer match on 401(k) contributions
Paid holidays: 11 company-recognized holidays
Parental leave
Educational reimbursement opportunities to support company objectives, continued learning, and career development
Lunar Outpost Inc. is an equal opportunity  employer. Lunar Outpost Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employees, including executives and human resources personnel, are expected to conduct themselves with professionalism and treat others with dignity and respect in accordance with this policy.