Senior Software Engineer | LA | Space Sector

InnoForge is supporting a rapidly growing space company developing advanced hardware and software systems for next-generation applications.

As the business continues to expand its engineering capability, they are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to develop real-time software that supports complex electromechanical systems operating in demanding environments.

This is an opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology, collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams to take sophisticated systems from concept through testing and deployment.

What You'll Be Doing

• Developing real-time control software for advanced electromechanical systems
• Designing and implementing control loop architectures, timing logic, and safety-critical functionality
• Translating simulation and modelling outputs into production software
• Supporting integration of controls algorithms into operational systems
• Developing software interfaces for sensors, actuators, and embedded hardware
• Leading Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testing and validation activities
• Troubleshooting and optimising system performance during development and test campaigns
• Collaborating closely with software, electrical, mechanical, and systems engineering teams

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of experience developing embedded, controls, or real-time software systems
• Strong understanding of deterministic real-time software architectures
• Experience with motor control systems, actuators, or embedded control loops
• Proficiency in C/C++ and Python
• Experience working with MATLAB/Simulink environments
• Experience integrating software with physical hardware systems
• Previous Space or Aerospace experience

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary and equity package
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage
• Generous PTO allowance
• Wellness and commuter benefits

Due to the nature of the work, applicants must be eligible to work on ITAR-controlled programs.

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