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Flight Software Engineer

The Exploration Company • Germany
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Design, implement, and test mission-critical flight software for spacecraft. Develop in C++ and Python, working with vehicle avionics and guidance systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams on spacecraft control and operations.

Key Highlights
Design, implement, and own core flight software modules.
Develop in modern C++ and Python.
Build and maintain test frameworks for automated testing.

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Key Responsibilities
Design, implement, and own core flight software modules for spacecraft control, telemetry, data handling, fault management, and communications.
Develop in modern C++ and Python for support tooling, following best practices in software architecture, testing, and performance optimization.
Build and maintain test frameworks for automated unit, integration, and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing to validate software behavior across mission phases.
Create and run high-fidelity simulations to model flight dynamics, subsystem interactions, and edge cases.
Collaborate closely with GNC, avionics, propulsion, and mission operations teams to ensure seamless integration and mission success.
Participate in code reviews, design reviews, and flight readiness assessments.
Technical Skills Required
C++ Python Testing

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Benefits & Perks
Relocation assistance
Visa sponsorship

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Nice to Have
Knowledge of safety critical and real-time critical software and familiarity with RTOS.
Good understanding of communication protocols such as: TCP/IP, UART, CAN Bus and serialization.
Experience with automotive or flight software frameworks.
Background in orbital mechanics, spacecraft systems, or space mission lifecycle.
Experience with industry standards such as AUTOSAR, ECSS, DO-178.

Job Description

About Us

Here at The Exploration Company, we are building spacecrafts for humanity. At The Exploration Company we are developing, producing, and operating Nyx - a modular, reusable orbital vehicle for space missions to stations and beyond. Nyx is engineered with the capability to transport cargo and, in the future, humans.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated Flight Software Engineer to join our mission-driven team developing Nyx. In this role, you will take full ownership of key components of the flight software stack. You will be designing, implementing, and testing mission-critical systems that enable safe, autonomous, and reliable spaceflight operations.

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Job Overview
Posted Nov 07, 2026
Employment Full-time
Experience Mid-Senior level
Location Germany
Category Programming
Company The Exploration Company
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