Spacecraft Software Engineer (Associate or Mid-Level)- Millennium Space Systems

Boeing

Actively hiring
El Segundo, CA Posted 17 days ago $106,250$143,750 / year

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TL;DR

As a Spacecraft Software Engineer at Millennium Space Systems in El Segundo, CA, you will develop and maintain the software that powers our satellites, working closely with hardware engineers to ensure fault-tolerant spacecraft systems. Your daily tasks include coding in C/C++, integrating software components, running unit tests, and supporting mission operations through continuous updates. You’ll also lead small teams, define software requirements, and collaborate on iterative development processes using tools like git and JIRA. This role demands expertise in embedded environments, Linux, and serial data protocols, with a focus on high-level autonomy functions for national security missions.

Skills

C C++ Linux Python Verilog git JIRA Confluence I2C SPI HDLC Agile Embedded Systems

What you'll do

  • Define and develop software requirements, architectures, and designs for fault-tolerant spacecraft.
  • Implement C/C++ code for real-time embedded solutions on custom avionics.
  • Integrate software components, create unit tests, and validate systems using Hardware-in-the-Loop testing.
  • Assist in system verification and qualification to ensure compliance with mission-critical standards.
  • Lead small teams in breaking down software development tasks and monitoring progress.

What we're looking for

  • 1+ years of experience in software or hardware engineering, including C and C++ programming.
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.
  • Experience with embedded environment and bare metal C on microcontrollers.
  • Knowledge of satellite systems and components, including serial data protocols.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team setting.
  • Strong communication and organizational skills for problem-solving and risk management.
  • Experience with iterative/agile development processes and tools like git, JIRA.

Market check

Salary context

This $106,250–$143,750 range sits above 13% of similar postings on FindRole.

Peer median band

$136,000$220,500

Median floor and ceiling across peers.

Typical midpoint (25–75%)

$142,487$212,337

Middle half of comparable postings.

Based on 240 comparable postings.

* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.

Employer

About Boeing

Boeing is the world''s largest aerospace company and leading manufacturer of commercial jetliners, military aircraft, defense systems, and space launch vehicles for customers in 150 countries. Industry: Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing

Boeing currently has 31 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $128,830–$161,075 across 30 roles with salary data.

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