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Associate Flight Software Test & Tools Engineer

Terran Orbital Corporation
Location
Irvine, CA
Posted
17 days ago
Department
Flight Software Test Engineering
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • B.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
  • 0+ years of experience (internships, academic projects, or personal projects are welcome)
  • Interest in testing C/C++ applications for embedded, high-performance, or safety-critical systems
  • Highly motivated, responsible, and eager to learn in a fast-paced engineering environment
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • U.S. Citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance
Nice to have
  • Experience with Linux and GNU tools (make, gcc, gdb)
  • Familiarity with virtualization/container tools (VirtualBox, VMWare, Docker, Hyper-V, or Vagrant)
  • Exposure to C++ build systems such as CMake or Makefiles
  • Basic experience with vulnerability or static analysis tools (cppcheck, dependency-track, CodeQL, JFrog, etc.)
  • Experience building software for embedded processors or microcontrollers
What the job really is

As an Associate Flight Software Test & Tools Engineer at Terran Orbital, you will support the Flight Software Engineering team by focusing on test execution, development support, and automation infrastructure for flight software. Your responsibilities will include creating and executing test plans, assisting in software integration and testing, and collaborating with other engineers to ensure high-quality software for satellite missions. This role is designed for early-career engineers looking to build a foundation in software testing and embedded systems.

Benefits
  • 100% Company-paid comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents
  • 401(k) Match
  • Flexible Time Off (FTO)
  • Education Reimbursement
  • Competitive Paid Parental Leave
Things to weigh
  • No specific mention of the tech stack beyond C/C++ and embedded systems
  • Role primarily focuses on testing and support rather than feature coding, which may limit exposure to full software development lifecycle
  • Position requires U.S. citizenship and security clearance, which may limit applicant pool
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Role clarity4/5
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