Staff Flight Software Engineer

Relativity Space is seeking a Staff Flight Software Engineer to join their innovative rocket development program. This role sits at the intersection of aerospace technology and software engineering, working on the Terran R program - a medium-to-heavy lift reusable rocket. The position involves developing mission-critical real-time software for engine testing, stage testing, and launch operations.

As a technical leader, you'll architect and implement core flight software systems while maintaining strict performance requirements for latency and control frequency. You'll work closely with GNC engineers to integrate complex algorithms for vehicle ascent, re-entry, descent, and landing. The role involves collaboration with Embedded Software Engineers and Avionics teams to integrate various vehicle sensors and control systems.

The ideal candidate brings 7+ years of production development experience with deep expertise in real-time embedded software, system languages like Rust or C++, and strong knowledge of operating system concepts. You'll be responsible for developing robust telemetry systems, supporting testing infrastructure, and mentoring junior engineers while setting technical standards for the team.

This position offers the unique opportunity to contribute to Relativity Space's ambitious vision of creating humanity's industrial base on Mars. You'll be working at the forefront of aerospace technology and additive manufacturing, helping to push the boundaries of what's possible in space exploration. The company offers competitive compensation including salary, equity, generous PTO, parental leave, and professional development benefits.