Staff Real-Time Embedded Software Engineer

Are you passionate about shaping the future of humanitys presence in space? Lunar Outpost, an industry leader in space robotics and planetary vehicles, invites you to join our team! Lunar Outpost is dedicated to creating a permanent presence in space, while also driving positive impacts here on Earth. We are currently seeking a Staff Real-Time Embedded Software Engineer to contribute to our mission in a dynamic startup environment. The main responsibility of the Staff Real-Time Embedded Software Engineer is to serve as a subject-matter expert in developing drivers and RTOS applications for advanced space robotic applications. They will lead driver and RTOS development efforts and mentor engineers on best practices, ensuring the system meets stringent safety and reliability requirements for crewed and autonomous space operations. Take the #NextLeap with Lunar Outpost and work on the Pegasus LTV, which will carry NASA astronauts farther than theyve ever been before on the lunar surface!

Key Responsibilities:

Serve as the technical authority for RTOS driver and application development and deployment on robotics-based avionics platforms

Design, implement, integrate, and maintain RTOS based software for space avionics

Perform board bring-up for new avionics hardware, including processor initialization, bootloader configuration, and peripheral driver development

Implement task scheduling, memory partitioning, and time partitioning in alignment with mission safety standards

Develop and integrate device drivers for rover avionics subsystems

Collaborate with systems, hardware, and robotics teams to define and implement fault-tolerant operating system configurations

Support hardware/software integration using engineering models, simulators, and hardware-in-the-loop testbeds

Document OS configuration, integration steps, and operational procedures to flight-certifiable standards

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in computer or electrical engineering or related field

5+ years developing embedded software or avionics systems for space or mission-critical robotics applications

3+ years in RTOS development, configuration and BSP customization

Hands-on board bring-up experience for avionics or robotics hardware

Strong proficiency in C for embedded system development

Experience with real-time debugging, timing analysis and performance optimization

Experience working with SPI, RS485/422, ADCs, CAN

Experience with ethernet networking, symmetric multiprocessors (SMP) and safety-critical software architecture

Self-motivated, focused, and driven to meet critical deadlines

Excellent organization and time management skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

U.S. Person

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior work with crewed vehicle avionics architecture or planetary robotics

Experience working with NASA core flight system (cFS)

Familiarity with space mission development phases and associated documentation and standards

Experience with VxWorks 7 DKMs and RTPs

Experience with FreeRTOS

Compensation & Benefits: Compensation level and base salary are competitively structured and thoughtfully determined based on factors such as relevant skills, experience, education, and the scope of the role.

Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision benefits, with 70% of premiums covered by the employer Paid time off: Three (3) weeks per year of vacation Retirement plan: Up to 4% employer match on 401(k) contributions Paid holidays: 11 company-recognized holidays Parental leave Educational reimbursement opportunities to support company objectives, continued learning, and career development

Lunar Outpost Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Lunar Outpost Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employees, including executives and human resources personnel, are expected to conduct themselves with professionalism and treat others with dignity and respect in accordance with this policy.