Senior Satellite Embedded Engineer

HawkEye 360 (HE360) is seeking a versatile, detail-oriented Satellite Embedded Engineer to join the Space team in Herndon, Virginia. As a Satellite Embedded Engineer, you will be expected to bring a strong technical skill set to troubleshoot issues with spacecraft hardware and software. Working in a dynamic, fast-paced, development environment, you will help ensure the quality of our data and the reliability of our constellation as well as be involved with routine Payload operations. The ideal candidate will have a passion for finding patterns in failures and having the determination to find the root cause.

As the Senior Satellite Embedded Engineer, your main responsibilities will be :

• Learn and understand the HE360 spacecraft system applications and hardware.
• You will work with subsystem responsible engineers, software engineers, FPGA engineers, and hardware engineers to develop tools, mitigations, and upgrades to orbital assets.
• Develop python and C / C++ applications for the embedded devices operating on our satellites and ground support equipment.
• Build and use tools to analyze data collected both on-orbit and in ground testing.
• Detect and triage emerging anomalies on payload hardware and software.
• Provide support for embedded software development and space operations.

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Base Salary Range :  $130,000 - $170,000 annually

HawkEye 360 offers a compensation package that includes a competitive base salary plus annual performance bonus and benefits. We consider many factors when determining salary offers, such as candidate's work experience, education, training & skills, as well as market and business considerations. We are also open to considering candidates with experience and qualifications at a different level than required in a job posting, which may affect the compensation package offered.

Company Overview :

HawkEye 360 is delivering a revolutionary source of global knowledge based on radio frequency (RF) geospatial analytics to those working to make the world a safer place. The company operates a commercial satellite constellation that detects, geolocates, and identifies a broad range of signals & behaviors. We employ cutting edge AI techniques to equip our global customers with high-impact insights needed to make decisions with confidence. HawkEye 360 is headquartered in Herndon, Virginia.

HawkEye 360 is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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