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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Spacecraft Payload Engineer- Embedded Systems - **Company:** HawkEye 360 - **Location:** Herndon, VA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $70,000.0 - $115,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Automation of Tests, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Computer Engineering, Continuous Integration, Linux, Linux on Embedded Systems, Ethernet, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Hardware Interface Design, Hardware-In-The-Loop Simulation, Python (Programming Language), Software Engineering, Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter, Serial Peripheral Interface, Software Troubleshooting, Git, Information Technology - **Published:** September 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/88372876/1 ## About the Role * B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience. * 2+ years of relevant engineering experience. * Strong working knowledge ofPython and Linux. * Experience working with electronic or embedded systems. * Familiarity with electrical schematics and hardware interfaces such as CAN, SPI, I2C, UART, or Ethernet. * Strong troubleshooting skills, curiosity, and a desire to work hands-on with hardware. Desirable: * C/C++ experience. * Experience with lab equipment, automated testing, or hardware-in-the-loop systems. * Experience with embedded Linux, SDR/RF, or FPGA-based systems. * Soldering, cabling, or electronics rework experience. * Git and CI/CD experience. * Spacecraft or satellite operations experience. ## Description The Space Software Team at HawkEye 360 is looking for a curious, hands-on engineer who wants to work directly with spacecraft hardware and software. You'll configure payload hardware for spacecraft integration, run and troubleshoot software-driven tests, and support the lab systems and flatsats we use to develop and validate our payloads. You'll work closely with Software, FPGA, Electrical, and AI&T engineers, giving you the opportunity to learn how the entire payload works from development through launch and on-orbit operations. We're looking for someone with a strong foundation in Python and Linux who enjoys getting their hands on hardware, digging into problems, and learning new technologies. Your main responsibilities will be: * Configure and prepare payload hardware and software for spacecraft integration, including programming and flashing embedded devices. * Run and troubleshoot software-driven tests on flight and lab hardware. * Maintain and troubleshoot payload flatsats, Ground Support Equipment (GSE), and lab test setups. * Investigate hardware and software issues using logs, telemetry, schematics, and lab equipment. * Work across engineering teams to diagnose problems and drive them to resolution. * Develop and improve test tools, automation, and lab capabilities as you learn the system. ## Related Videos - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [What I learned as a developer from accidents in space](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/642-what-i-learned-as-a-developer-from-accidents-in-space) - [The Gashlycrumb Tinies of AI Networking You Must Know (or Languish!)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2067-the-gashlycrumb-tinies-of-ai-networking-you-must-know-or-languish) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Building a hypercar from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/607-building-a-hypercar-from-scratch) - [Robots are coming into the wild! 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