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True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build the technology that secures it.\nOUR MISSION\nTrue Anomaly delivers decisive capabilities for space superiority. We build autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors - enabling the U.S. and its Allies to secure the space environment and counter threats from the ultimate high ground.\nOUR VALUES\nBe the offset. We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity.\nWhat would it take? We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results.\nIt’s the people. Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together.\nBENEFITS & PERKS*\nBest-in-class healthcare: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, with HSA/HRA options\n Generous time off: Flexible Time Off (FTO) for exempt employees, accrued PTO of up to 25 days for non-exempt employees, plus 12 paid holidays; Parental Leave; Sick Leave\nFuel for your day: Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks for in-office employees\n And more: 401(k) retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, and Dog Fridays\nEquity participation: Equity is included as part of our total compensation package, giving you an opportunity to share in the company’s success.\n*Do not apply to fixed term and temporary roles\nYOUR MISSION\nAs a Flight Software Engineer at True Anomaly, you will gain experience at every phase of the spacecraft program including design, analysis, manufacturing, test, and flight. The company culture is one of innovation and speed, so if you are looking for a place that allows you to reach your full potential, this is the job to consider. \nThis is a 3 month temporary employment engagement. There is potential to convert to regular employment based on performance and business need.\nRESPONSIBILITIES\nAssist in the software development cycle including design, development, integration, and test for flight computers used in space missions (on-board computers, processing units and others)\nIntegrate complex GNC algorithms with flight software\nAssist with the Command Telemetry Database (CDTB) definition and maintenance for ground and on-orbit test and mission\nCollaborate with the ground C2 software team\nAssist with the effort for command scripting and sequencing of the Spacecraft\nAssist with design and implement satellite subsystem model simulators on HITL/SITL environment\nDevelop reusable device drivers/interfaces and communications protocol libraries for flight hardware\nBASIC QUALIFICATIONS\nBachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or related field\n0 to 2 years of experience with low-level firmware architecture, design, and development\nLow-level device driver development and safety critical systems experience\nExperience with embedded RTOS such as RTLinux or Azure RTOS\nFamiliarity with common protocols such as Ethernet, SPI, I2C, CAN, RS422, RS485, etc.\nFamiliarity with networking protocols: UDP, TCP/IP \nProficiency in C/C++, Rust, and Zig\nPREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE\nMaster’s degree in in computer science, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or related field\n0 - 2 years experience developing and/or producing FSW for space applications\nAbility to maintain or obtain TS/SCI clearance\nDemonstrated experience and discipline with version control, continuous integration, and continuous delivery concepts\nFamiliarity with embedded Linux\nFamiliarity with networking protocols: UDP, TCP/IP\nComfortable with typical embedded systems tools, compilers, debuggers and IDEs\nBroad experience with microcontrollers, application processors, revision control systems\nStrong debugging skills through use of instrumentation such as oscilloscopes and protocol analyzers\nApplication experience in areas such as robotics, automation, motor control, and sensor fusion\nCOMPENSATION\nBase Salary: Denver: $90,000; Long Beach: $95,000\nADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS\nWork Location -This is an onsite role, we are seeking candidates based near Denver, CO or Long Beach, CA. \nWork environment -the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.\n Physical demands -the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.\nThis position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submityour application, please follow the directions below.\nTo conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.\nTrue Anomaly is committed to equal employment opportunity on any basis protected by applicable state and federal laws. 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