Satellite Flight Software Architect Engineer

Define satellite flight software architecture at MDA Space, applying embedded systems expertise to remote sensing and communications missions.This Satellite Flight Software System Engineer supports or leads embedded flight software applications across architecture, design, implementation, and validation. The work covers requirements, RTOS services, fault detection, isolation, recovery, payload interfaces, and system integration. You may own architecture, lead trade studies, and provide technical authority throughout the spacecraft lifecycle.Key Responsibilities:
Gather and translate mission functional, performance, safety, and security requirementsDefine FSW architecture, execution threads, services, and payload interfacesDevelop FDIR algorithms, recovery actions, and safe-mode sequencingMaintain bidirectional requirements traceability throughout program lifecyclesCommunicate risks and trade-study results to stakeholdersRequirements:
Bachelor of Science in electrical engineering, aerospace, or embedded systemsTwo to five years supporting fault-tolerant LEO, MEO, or GEO missionsExperience with CCSDS, ECSS, PUS services, and embedded systemsExperience with MIL-1553, SpaceWire, RS422/485, CAN, or EthernetReliability-status clearance and Controlled Goods Program assessment eligibilityApply satellite software architecture, FDIR, and embedded engineering expertise across MDA Space spacecraft programs and technical lifecycles.
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