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Software Engineer - Mission and Payload Software (all genders)

Reflex Aerospace

Reflex Aerospace

Software Engineering
Berlin, Germany
Posted on May 21, 2025
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Join the Pinnacle of Satellite Technology Advancement in Germany!

Reflex Aerospace is at the forefront of propelling high-performance satellite technology to new heights within the German aerospace landscape.

As part of Reflex Aerospace, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the trajectory of the space industry's future. This is an opportunity to contribute your expertise and enthusiasm to a team that stands for innovation and excellence. If you are ready to take on exciting challenges and be part of a company that is redefining the boundaries of satellite technology, we welcome you to embark on this thrilling journey with us! A similar job posting in online with the focus on embedded software engineering and for applicants who are rather at the beginning of their career.
Your Mission:
We're looking for a Software Engineer to be part of the *Mission and Payload Software* team to help us reach the next level.
This team is responsible for developing software that runs on our cutting-edge onboard computer to interface with the subsystems and payloads, as well as run
algorithms to keep the satellite operational (data processing, thermal control, FDIR, ...).

What the team does:

  • Develop high level applications to fulfill satellite functions: TM/TC handling, integration of AOCS algorithms, thermal control, ...
  • Integrate satellite subsystems (sensors and actuators) and develop drivers to control them and collect telemetry
  • Work with a cross-functional team to implement software to fulfill their requirements (COMS, thermal control, AOCS, ...)
  • Integrate customer payloads
  • Assist with on-orbit flight operations

Your Background:
Note: We are recruiting all seniority levels. Senior profiles will be expected to tick more boxes, but we consider all applications, including those from less experienced candidates.

  • Expertise in (embedded) C - with a taste for high-level applications (user experience, observability, configurability, ...)
  • Proficiency in Python
  • Working with requirements and project reviews (PDR, CDR, ...)
  • Nice to have:
    • NASA cFS framework
    • Testing frameworks: pytest, Ceedling, ...
    • ARM-based MCUs (Zynq, TMS570, STM32) and OSes (RTEMS, PetaLinux)
    • CMake, GitLab CI
    • CCSDS standards, MISRA
    • Space environment and its consequences on flight hardware and software
    • Curiosity to improve the industry's current practices: Rust, formal verification (Frama-C), ...
What We Offer:
  • Collaborate with a diverse multinational team crafting the next wave of cutting-edge satellites. Embark on this exciting journey with us from the outset, leaving your indelible mark on a dynamic company and playing a direct role in shaping the future of the space industry.
  • Keep your energy levels high with company-sponsored memberships for Urban Sports Club and Swapfiets.
  • We provide a hybrid work model along with flexible working hours, empowering you as the owner of your time management.
  • Nestled in the heart of Friedrichshain, our Berlin office provides a lively and central hub easily accessible by transit. Immerse yourself in a neighborhood teeming with vibrant restaurants and year-round cultural events.
  • Enjoy the flexibility of ample vacation time, including a special company holiday on April 12th dedicated to celebrating the International Day of Human Spaceflight.
Join Reflex Aerospace and be a driving force in shaping the next era of space exploration!
We look forward to your application.
About us
Reflex Aerospace, a NewSpace startup founded in 2021 and headquartered in Munich and Berlin, has been leading the charge to provide advanced dual-use satellite technology at unparalleled speed. The company is leveraging the latest techniques to modernize payload-centric satellite development and production, achieving significantly faster delivery times and enhanced reliability. By applying algorithmic engineering and streamlined system design processes, Reflex accelerates the delivery of satellites enabling lightning-fast innovation for our customers.
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