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# Embedded Flight Software Engineer 2

- **Company:** United Launch Alliance
- **Location:** Centennial, CO, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $88,471.0 - $147,451.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Word, JavaScript (Programming Language), Microsoft Excel, Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Arduino, Unit Testing, Microsoft Outlook, C++ (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Communications Protocols, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Linux, Microprocessors, Perl (Programming Language), Ethernet, Python (Programming Language), Microsoft Office, Object-Oriented Software Development, Microsoft PowerPoint, Systems Development Life Cycle, Raspberry Pi, Real-Time Operating Systems, Software Configuration Management, Software Construction, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, UML, Scripting, Test-Driven Development (TDD), Git
- **Published:** October 2, 2026
- **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/18522054?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F18522054%2FEmbedded-Flight-Software-Engineer-2-Colorado-Centennial

## About the Role

Minimum of 2 years of related work experience, * Bachelor's degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) field from an accredited college or university

 * Experience with ADA or C/C++ and Python programming with exposure to embedded programming and/or robotics
 * Experience with Object Oriented Design
 * Experience with Linux
 * Embraces leanagile development and shared design philosophy
 * Understanding of Software Configuration Management practices and tools such as git
 * Embraces using AI-Assisted tooling in all aspects of development
 * Experience with Microsoft Office applications (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)

Preferred Qualifications

 * Experience with AWS
 * Experience with Python, Perl, Javascript and other scripting languages
 * Experience with one or more of the following modern software development practices:
 + Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD)
 + Agile Methodologies- Test Driven Development (TDD)
 * Familiarity with an embedded (aerospace, raspberry pi, arduino, robotics) application
 * Hardware/Microprocessor/Software Integration
 * Excellent written and verbal communication skills
 * Familiarity with various communication protocols (Ethernet, RS-422, MIL-STD-1553)
 * Familiarity with UML
 * Familiarity with cloud technology (e.g. AWS)
 * Familiarity with Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS)
 * Experience with rocketry

## Description

At ULA, anEmbedded FlightSoftware Engineer 2 will act as a hands-on developer to deliver operational and enabling capabilities designed to meet real-time requirements for an embedded flight control system.

As an Embedded Flight Software Engineer you will:

 * Will act as a hands-on developer to deliver operational and enabling capabilities designed to meet real-time requirements for an embedded flight control system.
 * Responsible for designing, developing and documenting software products. Design and develop using modern software principles, resolving complex technical problems and provide solutions which are innovative and ingenious.
 * Develops across the full software lifecycle by refining requirements, designing subsystems, implementing code modules, and building integration, component, and unit tests to verify the software.
 * Will work with a highly collaborative team in an agile environment. Expected to use appropriate standards, processes, procedures and tools throughout the system development life cycle to support the generation of Flight Software.
 * Engage with Product Owners, Technology Representatives, Architects, QA and automation team members on cross-functional activities to design, develop, and test cutting-edge software solutions.
 * Work with technical leaders to ensure software engineering best practices are used to development top-notch solutions. Mentor less-experienced engineers to develop their knowledge and efficiency.