Flight Software Engineering Manager

Terran Orbital Corporation
Irvine, CA
Job Description
Role Overview

Join a team where your impact reaches beyond the stars! As a Flight Software Engineering Manager, you will be involved in all aspects of a spacecraft's lifetime, guiding and mentoring team members, and overseeing the design and development of flight software applications.

What You Will Do

Tasking and oversight of Flight Software Engineers, attending program meetings, developing work breakdowns, and representing engineers in bi-weekly Sprint planning.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This role requires a strong and effective leader with a proven history of leading technical teams, experience in managing engineering teams, and a passion for innovation and growth.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Aerospace, or equivalent degree
  • Minimum of 8 years of direct industry experience working on embedded software in Aerospace, Space, or a similar sector
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in managing engineering teams working on embedded software in Aerospace, Space, or a similar sector
  • Strong and effective leader with a proven history of leading technical teams
  • Must have previous mentorship experience to train junior level engineers
  • Experience developing software in C/C++, deploying and testing on the target environment, and delivering product to the market
  • Ability to work independently and manage priorities in a multi-disciplinary and fast-paced environment
  • Exceptional critical thinking and decision-making skills
  • Strong communication and presentation skills to interface with executive members of the team, customers, and vendors
  • Experience in a production environment within the space or aerospace industry
  • U.S. Citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance

Benefits

  • 100% Company-paid comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents
  • 401(k) Match
  • Flexible Time Off (FTO)
  • Education Reimbursement
  • Competitive Paid Parental Leave
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