Embedded Flight Software Engineer

<h2 class="sc-1npqnwg-4 sc-1npqnwg-5 sc-1uwf3m5-0 ghXWGq custom-css-style-job-description">Job description</h2> <p><strong>Team &amp; Reporting Line:</strong> Mission and Space Segment - Reporting to Lead Satellite Systems</p> <p class="Paragraph SCXW53634494 BCX8"><span style="color: rgb(61, 116, 204);"><strong>Our Mission</strong>&nbsp;</span></p> <p class="Paragraph SCXW53634494 BCX8"></p> <p>At constellr, we use thermal intelligence from space to understand what is happening on Earth - where, when and at scale. Our satellite constellation delivers high-resolution land surface temperature data, giving governments, defence organisations, commercial operators and global institutions the intelligence they need to monitor change, assess risk and make better-informed decisions.</p> <p>From national security and critical infrastructure to agriculture and climate resilience, constellr turns temperature into actionable intelligence for a changing world.</p> <p><span style="color: rgb(61, 116, 204);"><strong>Your Role</strong></span></p> <p class="Paragraph SCXW190054039 BCX0" data-pm-slice="1 1 []">You will join the&nbsp;<strong>constellr Mission &amp; Space Segment team</strong>, playing a key role in shaping the onboard software that powers our satellite constellation across its full lifecycle — from early design through to in-orbit operations.&nbsp;</p> <p class="Paragraph SCXW190054039 BCX0">This is a hands-on, high-impact role where you will help define how our satellites compute, behave, and evolve in space. Your work will directly influence the reliability, performance, and long-term success of constellr’s mission.&nbsp;</p> <p class="Paragraph SCXW190054039 BCX0">You’ll collaborate closely across the business — working day-to-day with <strong>internal engineering teams, Product Assurance, Project Management, and Operations</strong>, as well as external suppliers. Together, you will help turn mission concepts into robust, flight-ready software systems.&nbsp;</p> <p class="Paragraph SCXW190054039 BCX0">In addition to software development, you will contribute to system-level design decisions, support procurement and supplier technical alignment, and help ensure our onboard software is continuously validated, improved, and ready for operation in orbit.&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="color: rgb(61, 116, 204);"><strong>Key responsibilities</strong></span></p> <ul data-pm-slice="3 3 []"> <li> <p>Design, develop, test, and maintain high-reliability onboard flight software in compliance with product assurance and safety standards.</p> </li> <li> <p>Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to define, refine, and manage software requirements across all onboard satellite systems.</p> </li> <li> <p>Contribute to the definition and evolution of onboard software architecture, supporting both laboratory-based validation environments and in-orbit operational systems.</p> </li> <li> <p>Develop and implement robust Fault Detection, Isolation and Recovery (FDIR) strategies to ensure resilience and autonomy of onboard systems.</p> </li> <li> <p>Support the planning, coordination, and delivery of new software features and upgrades, working closely with external suppliers and development partners.</p> </li> <li> <p>Champion strong configuration management practices across all onboard software components to ensure traceability, integrity, and control.</p> </li> <li> <p>Define and drive verification and validation strategies, ensuring comprehensive testing and high confidence in flight software performance.</p> </li> <li> <p>Participate in end-to-end verification and validation activities for onboard systems and flight software.</p> </li> <li> <p>Ensure all software—whether developed in-house or delivered by suppliers—meets stringent technical, safety, and quality requirements.</p> </li> <li> <p>Support investigation and resolution of software anomalies and non-conformance issues, contributing to continuous improvement and system reliability.</p> </li> <li> <p>Help define and enhance the in-orbit software update process for satellites within the constellation fleet.</p> </li> <li> <p>Contribute to integration and testing activities using Flatsat environments and other ground-based simulation and validation platforms.</p> </li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h2 class="sc-1npqnwg-4 sc-1npqnwg-5 sc-1uwf3m5-0 sc-1uwf3m5-1 kIUTHT custom-css-style-job-requirements">Job requirements</h2> <p><span style="color: rgb(61, 116, 204);"><strong>About you</strong>&nbsp;</span></p> <p><strong>Required:</strong>&nbsp;</p> <p class="Paragraph SCXW155681511 BCX0" data-pm-slice="1 3 []">We’re looking for someone with strong engineering fundamentals and real-world experience building software for complex, safety-critical or aerospace systems.&nbsp;</p> <ul class="BulletListStyle1 SCXW155681511 BCX0"> <li> <p class="Paragraph SCXW155681511 BCX0">Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field &nbsp;</p> </li> </ul> <ul class="BulletListStyle1 SCXW155681511 BCX0"> <li> <p class="Paragraph SCXW155681511 BCX0">Strong understanding of systems engineering principles and full software development lifecycles in complex technical environments &nbsp;</p> </li> </ul> <ul class="BulletListStyle1 SCXW155681511 BCX0"> <li> <p class="Paragraph SCXW155681511 BCX0">At least 4 years of experience in software development or software assurance, ideally in aerospace or other safety-critical domains &nbsp;</p> </li> </ul> <ul class="BulletListStyle1 SCXW155681511 BCX0"> <li> <p class="Paragraph SCXW155681511 BCX0">Experience with embedded software development, including familiarity with low-level hardware interfaces (e.g., CAN, Camera Link, or similar) &nbsp;</p> </li> </ul> <ul class="BulletListStyle1 SCXW155681511 BCX0"> <li> <p class="Paragraph SCXW155681511 BCX0">Exposure to FPGA-based systems and familiarity with relevant ECSS standards (especially Q-ST-60-02) &nbsp;</p> </li> </ul> <ul class="BulletListStyle1 SCXW155681511 BCX0"> <li> <p class="Paragraph SCXW155681511 BCX0">Solid grounding in software engineering principles, development methodologies, and lifecycle management tools &nbsp;</p> </li> </ul> <ul class="BulletListStyle1 SCXW155681511 BCX0"> <li> <p class="Paragraph SCXW155681511 BCX0">Experience with software testing frameworks, tools, and processes &nbsp;</p> </li> </ul> <ul class="BulletListStyle1 SCXW155681511 BCX0"> <li> <p class="Paragraph SCXW155681511 BCX0">Strong practical experience using Git and working within CI/CD pipelines &nbsp;</p> </li> </ul> <ul class="BulletListStyle1 SCXW155681511 BCX0"> <li> <p class="Paragraph SCXW155681511 BCX0">Proficiency in Python and C++&nbsp;</p> </li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Nice to Have<em>:</em>&nbsp;</strong></p> <p class="Paragraph SCXW35283398 BCX0" data-pm-slice="1 3 []">These skills would further strengthen your profile, but are not essential:&nbsp;</p> <ul class="BulletListStyle1 SCXW35283398 BCX0"> <li> <p class="Paragraph SCXW121260380 BCX0">Familiarity with ECSS standards and handbooks, including: &nbsp;</p> <ul class="BulletListStyle2 SCXW121260380 BCX0"> <li> <p class="Paragraph SCXW121260380 BCX0">ECSS-E-ST-40C &nbsp;</p> </li> </ul> <ul class="BulletListStyle2 SCXW121260380 BCX0"> <li> <p class="Paragraph SCXW121260380 BCX0">ECSS-E-HB-40A &nbsp;</p> </li> </ul> <ul class="BulletListStyle2 SCXW121260380 BCX0"> <li> <p class="Paragraph SCXW121260380 BCX0">ECSS-E-ST-20-04C &nbsp;</p> </li> </ul> <ul class="BulletListStyle2 SCXW121260380 BCX0"> <li> <p class="Paragraph SCXW121260380 BCX0">ECSS-Q-ST-80C &nbsp;</p> </li> </ul> <ul class="BulletListStyle2 SCXW121260380 BCX0"> <li> <p class="Paragraph SCXW121260380 BCX0">ECSS-Q-ST-60-03C &nbsp;</p> </li> </ul> <ul class="BulletListStyle2 SCXW121260380 BCX0"> <li> <p class="Paragraph SCXW121260380 BCX0">ECSS-Q-ST-30-02C &nbsp;</p> </li> </ul> <ul class="BulletListStyle2 SCXW121260380 BCX0"> <li> <p class="Paragraph SCXW121260380 BCX0">ECSS-E-ST-70-11C &nbsp;</p> </li> </ul> <ul class="BulletListStyle2 SCXW121260380 BCX0"> <li> <p class="Paragraph SCXW121260380 BCX0">ECSS-E-ST-70-41C &nbsp;</p> </li> </ul> <ul class="BulletListStyle2 SCXW121260380 BCX0"> <li> <p class="Paragraph SCXW121260380 BCX0">ECSS-E-HB-40-02A &nbsp;</p> </li> </ul> </li> </ul> <ul class="BulletListStyle1 SCXW35283398 BCX0"> <li> <p class="Paragraph SCXW35283398 BCX0">Experience with space communication protocols such as CCSDS and CSP &nbsp;</p> </li> </ul> <ul class="BulletListStyle1 SCXW35283398 BCX0"> <li> <p class="Paragraph SCXW35283398 BCX0">Strong analytical and structured problem-solving skills &nbsp;</p> </li> </ul> <ul class="BulletListStyle1 SCXW35283398 BCX0"> <li> <p class="Paragraph SCXW35283398 BCX0">High attention to detail and a strong quality mindset &nbsp;</p> </li> </ul> <ul class="BulletListStyle1 SCXW35283398 BCX0"> <li> <p class="Paragraph SCXW35283398 BCX0">Confidence in identifying inconsistencies and improving technical standards &nbsp;</p> </li> </ul> <ul class="BulletListStyle1 SCXW35283398 BCX0"> <li> <p class="Paragraph SCXW35283398 BCX0">Clear communication skills and ability to work across multidisciplinary teams&nbsp;</p> </li> </ul> <p><span style="color: rgb(61, 116, 204);"><strong>Why join constellr?</strong></span></p> <ul> <li><span style="color: rgb(61, 116, 204);"><strong>High-Impact National Security Mission:</strong></span>&nbsp;Be part of an ambitious mission to launch the world’s first commercial thermal infrared constellation, delivering sovereign-grade "behavioural" intelligence from space to close critical blind spots for defence, intelligence, and maritime surveillance agencies.</li> <li><span style="color: rgb(61, 116, 204);"><strong>Fast-Paced "New Space" Innovation:</strong></span>&nbsp;Work at the leading edge of a rapidly evolving defence sector. By leveraging modern, agile New Space methodologies, you will help design, build, and deploy dual-use thermal payloads into operational orbit at a speed and scale that traditional aerospace models simply cannot match.</li> <li><span style="color: rgb(61, 116, 204);"><strong>Broad Interdisciplinary Exposure:</strong></span>&nbsp;Accelerate your professional growth by collaborating daily with a diverse, international cohort of astrophysicists, software developers, and defence-system engineers.</li> <li><span style="color: rgb(61, 116, 204);"><strong>Inclusive &amp; Scientific Culture:</strong></span>&nbsp;Join a high-trust team deeply committed to diversity, inclusion, and scientific excellence, where academic curiosity is paired with high autonomy and a flat hierarchy.</li> <li><span style="color: rgb(61, 116, 204);"><strong>Financial Upside &amp; Well-being:</strong></span>&nbsp;Benefit from a Virtual Share Option Plan (VSOP) for permanent employees, giving you a true stake in the company's growth, alongside highly flexible hybrid working models.</li> </ul> Find Jobs in Germany on Arbeitnow