Flight Computer Software Engineer (C/C++) (m/f/d)

Flight Computer Software Engineer (C/C++) (m/f/d)

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At Rocket Factory Augsburg (RFA) we have one goal: create low‑cost, flexible and reliable access to space. We specialize in the creation of small launcher solutions designed for deploying satellites into Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and beyond. Together with you, we want to revolutionize space services and help enhance life on Earth. Sounds interesting? Then join our journey and be part of the team leading the New Space movement in Europe!

For temporary employment of 24 months . Rocket Factory Augsburg AG in Augsburg is looking for a Flight Computer Software Engineer (C/C++) (m/f/d).

We are looking for an exceptionally motivated Flight Computer Software Engineer (m/f/d) to join our special‑projects rocketry team. This is a rare opportunity allowing you to be involved in demanding prototyping efforts that are supported by major, time‑and‑cost‑critical test campaigns allowing us to close short‑iteration development cycles at fast pace. You will work in a dedicated, dynamic and international environment that aims for excellence by creating high‑performance engineering solutions while keeping prototyping and production costs at an absolute minimum.

Responsibilities

• Develop reliable C++ code for the flight computer and related systems
• Work together with the GNC team to efficiently integrate control algorithms on a real‑time Linux platform
• Develop high performance telemetry code for data handling, compression, storage and error correction
• Write tools to automate software analysis, testing and verification
• Improve the continuous integration suite for continuous testing and deployment of the software stack on Monte Carlo and Hardware In the Loop (HIL/HITL) simulations
• Develop drivers for integrating peripheral systems through various interfaces
• Work within a multi‑disciplinary team to solve large complex issues
• Create relevant documentation

Qualifications

• A degree in Computer engineering or related discipline
• A demonstrated ability to create a clean, efficient and reusable C++ code
• Experience with a scripting language (Python, Bash or others)
• Experience with unit testing and continuous integration
• Fluent oral and written English skills (all day‑to‑day activities are performed in English)
• Knowledge of the Linux network stack, networking and the OSI model down to the physical layers
• Good knowledge of real‑time operating systems
• Knowledge of control theory is a plus (controllers, filters, observers, state estimators)
• Experience working with the Linux kernel, writing drivers and kernel modules
• Experience working on embedded systems
• Experience with Simulink auto‑coding is considered advantageous

Benefits

• Atmosphere: Experience life in an international & dynamic New Space start‑up
• Flexibility: Fit your working schedule to your needs with flexible working hours
• Home Office: Full‑time employees benefit from 1 day per week home office
• Health: Sweat, stretch or squat it out with WellPass, a training app which connects you to thousands of gyms and studios
• Paid Time Off: 30 days annual leave and special leave days
• RFA Family: Join our regular company and team events and become part of the RFA family
• Parking: Free parking for your car and your bike

Ready to make history with us? Apply now! We're looking forward to receiving your application in German or English.

Rocket Factory Augsburg AG

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