About the Role
York Space Systems is seeking talented, cross-domain software engineers for a strategic development team focused on rapid prototyping and advanced development across York’s software portfolio. This team operates ahead of program need, proving out new capabilities, de-risking emerging technology, and maturing prototypes for production programs. The scope spans full stack web development, onboard embedded and real-time software, ground and cloud applications and tooling, and autonomy and machine learning.
Responsibilities
- Design and develop embedded flight software in C/C++ for spacecraft systems
- Translate designs and requirements into high-quality, maintainable software that meets both functional and visual standards
- Build reusable code for components, shared libraries, and scalable services for use across the platform
- Construct state machine models for autonomous mission workflows
- Engineer algorithms and business logic to promote scalability and automation
- Contribute to software architecture, requirements, and interface definitions
- Support on-orbit operations, debugging, and anomaly resolution
- Develop unit tests and documentation for internal users and customers
- Develop integration tests against simulation tools to validate behavior against realistic mission scenarios
- Participate in agile ceremonies including sprint planning, standups, and retrospectives
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
- 4+ years of software engineering experience with a strong focus on embedded software development
- Proficiency in C/C++
- Experience working in embedded Linux environments
- Experience with modern messaging frameworks and API technologies used in distributed systems
- Experience with Git in a collaborative, multi-contributor environment
- Demonstrated ability to mentor engineers and drive code quality through reviews and design discussions
- Proven ability to collaborate across engineering, design, and operational stakeholders
- Exceptional problem-solving skills with the ability to navigate ambiguous requirements independently and drive to resolution
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, including presenting technical concepts to non-technical audiences
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment
- Active security clearance or ability to obtain one
- Must have permanent authorization to work in the United States
Skills
- C/C++
- Embedded Linux
- Modern messaging frameworks
- API technologies
- Distributed systems
- Git
- Code reviews
- Design discussions
- Problem-solving
- Verbal communication
- Written communication
- Technical concept presentation
- Embedded flight software
- State machine models
- Algorithm engineering
- Software architecture
- Requirements definition
- Interface definitions
- Unit testing
- Integration testing
- Simulation tools
- Agile methodologies
- Docker
- CI/CD pipeline integration
- Vehicle simulation tools
- Spacecraft dynamics modeling
- Guidance and control behavior modeling
- Mission-specific scenario modeling
Location
- Laurel, MD
Work Type
- Onsite
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 4+ years of software engineering experience
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- PTO
- 401K
About the Company
- York Space Systems was founded to radically improve spacecraft affordability and reliability, transforming, and enabling next- generation space mission operations worldwide.
- York is one of the most innovative aerospace companies, specializing in end-to-end customer solutions and the rapid production of spacecraft platforms.
- York’s complete Space Segment Solution includes spacecraft production, payload integration, system integration & test, launch services, ground segment services, and mission operations, enabling customers to leverage York’s existing technology solutions to get to orbit rapidly and responsively.
Equal Opportunity
- York Space Systems provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, military or protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
- This policy applies to all terms and conditions or employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
- YORK SPACE SYSTEMS IS AN EEO EMPLOYER.
