About this role
As a Flight Software Engineer at Impulse, you will be responsible for the design, development, and integration of the software that powers our Space Vehicles. You will work closely with avionics engineers, GNC engineers, propulsion engineers, and other cross-disciplinary teams to deliver high-reliability, high-performance software for in-space transportation. Contribute to the design, implementation, integration, and verification of software for: Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) algorithms Command and telemetry handling Mission sequencing, autonomy, and fault management Closed-loop control of propulsion, attitude control, and other time-critical systems Implement features for Impulse’s real-time flight software framework to meet deterministic performance requirements in space environments. Develop detection and mitigation algorithms for anomalies such as sensor failures, actuator malfunctions, or radiation-induced faults. Direct and participate in code reviews, ensuring compliance with software safety, reliability, and maintainability standards. Support mission operations and troubleshoot real-time issues during ground integration, environmental testing, and on-orbit operations.