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The Exploration Company is seeking a Senior Spacecraft Flight Computing Engineer to develop and operate Nyx, a reusable orbital vehicle. The role focuses on real-time, fault-tolerant computer systems using RTOS and/or Linux, involving hardware and software development, and addressing radiation effects. Responsibilities include designing, implementing, and testing embedded systems, RTOS/Linux environments, FPGA designs (VHDL/Verilog), and IP networking protocols like TSN and PTP. A Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field, strong C/C++ and Python skills, and experience with real-time systems, fault-tolerant computing, and IP networking are required.
Here at The Exploration Company, we are developing, producing, and operating Nyx, a modular and reusable space orbital vehicle that can eventually be refuelled in orbit and that can carry cargo - and potentially humans in the longer run.
The Exploration Company is seeking a highly skilled Spacecraft Flight Computing Engineer with expertise in real-time, fault-tolerant computer systems running a RTOS and/or Linux. This role is focused on hands-on hardware and software development, with an emphasis on building systems resilient to radiation effects in space environments. The engineer will also apply knowledge of IP networking, including Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN) and Precision Time Protocol (PTP), to enable deterministic, synchronized communication across spacecraft subsystems.
Key Responsibilities
Required Qualifications
What we would love to see from you
What's special about TEC's Flight Computing team?
Our team is led by some the very best minds in the aerospace industry. We are experts in fault-tolerant spacecraft avionics and we’ve played significant roles within NASA/JPL’s avionics and robotics communities, SpaceX, Virgin Orbit and Google.
We’ve designed hardware and software for use on Earth, the International Space Station, in orbit around Earth's moon, Mars, Saturn and Jupiter. As a hardcore engineering team, we don’t believe in half measures and we’re looking for more engineers just like us. If this sounds like where you belong, I’d like to hear from you.
Due to federal regulations (e.g., ITAR/EAR), applicants must be U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents (green card holders).
Why you should join us!
What makes us special here at The Exploration Company and why we think you will enjoy working here is:
We'd love to hear from you if you wish to be a part of our journey. Please submit your CV now for immediate consideration and we will be in touch shortly.
The Exploration Company is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability status. Relocation assistance is provided for those willing to relocate including visa sponsorship where applicable.
All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, which will be subject to the country, role, and project you applied for. By submitting your application, you acknowledge and agree that any offer of employment may be conditional upon successful condition of this check. The Exploration Company partners with Zinc Work Limited located in the UK (Zinc), a third-party provider, to ensure this process as efficient and transparent as possible.
If applicable, you will receive an email from Zinc upon acceptance of your offer with a link to a secure portal where you can provide the required information to Zinc.