Aerospace Software Engineer I

Firefly Aerospace

Aerospace Software Engineer developing and executing test procedures for Flight and Ground Software. Collaborating with the Aerospace Software Engineering Group to ensure software safety and efficacy.

Posted 7/1/2026full-timeCedar Park • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in software testing and automation, with strong skills in C/C++ and Python development within Linux environments. Proficient in Agile methodologies and familiar with industry standards such as DO-178C and NASA requirements.

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C/C++ DevelopmentPython DevelopmentSoftware Testing and ReportingAgile Software DevelopmentGit Version Control

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Hard Skills

Software TestingTest AutomationUnit TestingRequirements DevelopmentTest Procedure DesignSimulation Environment TestingSoftware CertificationReporting GenerationLinux Operating SystemRed Hat Enterprise Linux 8

Soft Skills

CommunicationCollaborationPeer Review

Tools & Technologies

GitAtlassian ConfluenceJiraBitbucketNASA Trick Simulation Environment

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Computer ScienceAdvanced Degree in Software Engineering (Desired)

Industry Keywords

Agile MethodologiesDO-178CNASA NPR 7150.2CRCC 319-19AFSPCMAN 91-710 Vol 3

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

LinuxPythonRTOS

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and develop test procedures for testing our Ground and Flight Software in all-digital and hardware-in-the-loop simulation environments
Develop software for automating test case execution and report generation
Setup automated testing of daily commits of new Ground and Flight Software and act as a peer reviewer for Merge/Pull Requests
Create unit tests for simulation models, Flight Software, and Ground Software
Adhere to customer test requirements, whether internal or external
Develop and document requirements, designs, plans, and schedules
Provide accurate test development milestones and communicate them to the Group
Use Firefly Aerospace Software Engineering development processes and best practices
Actively learn new test technologies and techniques and apply them to Firefly Aerospace Software testing

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience, with a strong portfolio demonstrating relevant projects and accomplishments.
Fulltime Industry experience with formal software testing and reporting
Good C/C++ and Python knowledge
Development experience under the Linux operating system
Knowledge of the Agile Software Development Model
Use of Git version control on a commercial software product
Advanced degree in Software Engineering, Computer Sciences, or Computer Engineering (Desired)
3 to 5+ years of experience with formal software testing and reporting for releases, FQT and/or Software Certification (Desired)
Exceptional C/C++ or Python development skills (Desired)
Experience with software tests running in the Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8 Real-Time operating system (Desired)
Practical experience using an Agile Software Development framework like Kanban, SCRUM, or Lean Development (Desired)
Experience using Atlassian Confluence, Jira, and Bitbucket (Desired)
Experience using the NASA Trick Simulation Environment (Desired)
Practice using the GitFlow Workflow (Desired)
Working knowledge of DO-178C, NASA NPR 7150.2C, RCC 319-19, or AFSPCMAN 91-710 Vol 3 requirements (Desired)

Benefits

Comp & perks

generous health, dental and vision plans with low plan deductibles
parental leave
educational reimbursement
short term disability
flexible PTO options