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Embedded Software Engineer I

Relativity Space is building Terran R, a next-generation launch vehicle, and is seeking an early-career Embedded Software Engineer to help design, implement, and test safety-critical firmware for avionics systems. The role involves close collaboration with avionics hardware and test teams to enable vehicle-wide communication, control, and telemetry while contributing to a high-reliability software stack for flight operations.

Skills

  • Proficient in embedded C and C++ development
  • Experience with hardware debugging tools (oscilloscope, logic analyzer, JTAG/SWD, serial consoles)
  • Familiarity with microcontroller platforms (ARM Cortex-M or similar)
  • Exposure to RTOS concepts (FreeRTOS, Zephyr, or equivalent)
  • Knowledge of common hardware interfaces (UART, SPI, I2C, CAN)
  • Version control experience (Git) and basic CI/testing practices
  • Ability to write clear firmware-level tests and diagnostics
  • Strong problem-solving and hands-on hardware bring-up experience

Responsibilities

  • Design, implement, and unit-test embedded firmware for avionics controllers using C/C++
  • Collaborate with avionics hardware and test engineering teams for bring-up and integration
  • Implement and validate vehicle-wide communication, control, and telemetry protocols
  • Use and maintain debugging tools (oscilloscope, logic analyzer, JTAG/SWD, serial consoles) during hardware debugging and validation
  • Participate in code reviews, CI/testing pipelines, and controlled release processes
  • Create and maintain technical documentation, firmware specifications, and test plans
  • Support system-level integration, flight testing activities, and anomaly resolution
  • Contribute to architecture discussions to improve reliability, performance, and maintainability

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field, or equivalent practical experience
  • Relevant coursework or projects in embedded systems, digital electronics, or firmware design

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and equity package
  • Generous PTO and sick leave policy, plus parental leave
  • Annual learning and development stipend
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
  • Opportunities to work on flight hardware and cross-functional teams
  • Inclusive, equal opportunity employer and reasonable accommodation process
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We are building the future of aerospace. A rocket company at the core, Relativity Space is on a mission to become the next great commercial launch company. Terran R, our medium-to-heavy lift reusable launch vehicle, will reliably deliver payloads...

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December 22, 2025
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