Flight Software Product Assurance Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Germany.

📋 Description

• Develop, execute, and consistently enhance a comprehensive Software Product Assurance (PA) program, reporting directly to the Product Assurance Manager.

• Assume full responsibility for Software Product Assurance encompassing both flight and ground software for our satellite constellation.

• Ensure the meticulous application of software configuration management and release protocols, upholding robust version control, traceability, and engineering discipline.

• Enforce adherence to safety-critical and mission-critical software standards, with a strong emphasis on risk mitigation and failure prevention.

• Outline and supervise software testing, verification, and validation strategies throughout all development and delivery phases.

• Investigate, manage, and resolve software anomalies during development, testing, integration, and operational phases.

• Support Spacecraft Assembly, Integration, and Testing (AIT) efforts, ensuring software readiness and compliance at every stage.

• Coordinate and lead software deliveries from suppliers, guaranteeing alignment with internal standards, timelines, and quality expectations.

• Engage in subcontractor reviews and pivotal technical meetings, collaborating closely with procurement engineers and Product Assurance stakeholders.

• Balance the pressures of rapid development cycles with the necessity to uphold strong Product Assurance and software quality standards in a dynamic space environment.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or a related scientific discipline.

• Demonstrated experience in Flight Software Product Assurance within the space sector.

• In-depth knowledge of software testing, verification, and validation in safety-critical settings.

• Experience with embedded flight software for satellites, spacecraft platforms, or payload systems (experience with FDIR is highly desirable).

• Strong expertise in software configuration management tools and methodologies.

• Familiarity with ECSS standards, especially ECSS-Q-ST-80C (Software Product Assurance) and ECSS-E-ST-40C (Software Engineering).

• Excellent analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities, with experience in risk management and anomaly investigation.

• Capacity to manage competing priorities and tight deadlines, with a proactive stance on risk identification and escalation.

• Strong collaborative spirit, with a commitment to contributing to and shaping a growing organization.

• Comfort working independently, taking ownership, and delivering results in a fast-paced environment.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English.

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements with options for remote and hybrid work.

• Competitive salary packages.

• Virtual Share Option Plan (VSOP) available for permanent staff.