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Principal Software Engineer- Flight Systems
FS Studio
Denver, USA
Full-time
Senior · 7+ years experience
Hybrid
USD 125000-155000 yearly / year
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Location
- Greater Denver, CO Area (Hybrid: 3–5 days onsite) U.S. Persons Only — No visa sponsorship
- A fast-growing space systems organization is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to lead development of ground and flight software for lunar and deep-space missions. This role is ideal for a senior engineer who thrives in mission-critical environments and wants to directly shape the future of space exploration.
What You’ll Do
Lead architecture, design, and development of mission software for spacecraft operations.
Own the full SDLC: requirements, implementation, testing, integration, and mission support.
Collaborate with aerospace, mission, and systems engineering teams to translate mission needs into robust solutions.
Mentor engineers and help establish technical standards and best practices.
Communicate technical decisions clearly to internal and external stakeholders.
What You Bring
Expert-level C++ skills; proficiency in Python or another high-level language.
Strong knowledge of Linux, software architecture, and object-oriented design.
Experience with Git or similar version control tools.
Ability to solve complex problems independently and lead technical direction.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Nice to Have
GitLab CI/CD
AWS/EC2
Embedded or real-time systems
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