Contractor - Embedded Software Engineer (willing to consider all levels)

Where dreams and reality collide and the output is, out of this world. At Redwire Space, we are a team of dreamers and doers. Where the impossible becomes possible, and every day is an opportunity to learn and get one step closer to knowing the unknown. Join us on our mission to expand humanity's presence in space.

Summary

Redwire Space Missions, LLC in San Jose, CA is seeking a Contractor - Embedded Software Engineer ( willing to consider all levels ) for an initial period of 6 months, with the possibility of extension t o join our team. In this position you will be expected to work predominantly on-site. You will work collaboratively with our team to develop and innovative satellite solutions. You will be responsible for hardware / software development during all phases of the development cycle, including requirements, design, implementation, test, integration, and documentation in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities :

• Develop and maintain embedded software for spacecraft avionics, RF communications , and command & telemetry subsystems.
• Implement and integrate software supporting RF transceivers, modems, and encryption hardware for secure data links.

Develop command and telemetry processing software including packet routing, protocol

handling, and validation.

Ideal Experience :

Desired Skills

Pay Range

$64.00 - $105.00 / hr. (agency candidates may be higher)

How We Determine What We Pay (Compensation Philosophy)

Redwire determines pay for positions using local, national, and industry-specific survey data, for our locations throughout the US. We will evaluate external equity and the cost of labor / prevailing wage index, in the relative marketplace for jobs directly comparable to jobs within our company.

For new hires, we strive to make competitive offers allowing the new employee room for future growth. Salaries will be based on the applicant's level of experience, education, and specialized knowledge and skills. Additionally, we consider the external market rate, the amount we have budgeted internally, and internal equity within the company for the same position. An employee / candidate with a stronger skill set will receive higher pay.

Redwire is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Redwire is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin / ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

All offers of employment at Redwire are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check and your ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the US. Note that some positions will also require US citizenship or ability to obtain a security clearance due to requirements of a classified program.

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR Click Here