Principal Flight Software Engineer

What this role involves

The Principal Software Engineer will develop and verify software for large spacecraft, including real-time control, fault tolerance, and telemetry. The role involves working across the software stack from algorithms to HDL programming. The candidate will contribute to mission-critical code for propulsion, attitude control, and power systems.

Skills this posting asks for

• rust
• c++
• c
• vhdl
• systemverilog
• python
• gnc algorithms
• embedded software
• operating systems
• hdl programming
• test systems
• real-time control
• fault tolerance
• telemetry downlink
• software architecture
• flight computers
• microcontrollers

Requirements

• Level: principal

From the employer’s posting

K2 is building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown, unlocking performance levels previously out of reach across every orbit.&nbsp;Backed by <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/aliciapark/2025/12/11/this-startup-is-building-huge-satellites-f…