Flight Software Engineering Manager - Louisville - Capella

    Capella
    Capella Louisville

    1 day ago

    Description
    Location: This role will be based onsite at our office in Louisville, Colorado. Travel: Up to 5%Job ID: 491
    About Capella
    Capella, an IonQ company, spans national security, advanced sensing, and next-generation compute to deliver secure, mission-ready intelligence. Capella's culture is built on collaboration, rigorous engineering, and a shared commitment to delivering solutions that strengthens global stability and security. Team members work side-by-side with some of the most innovative minds in space systems, quantum-enabled technologies, and mission-critical operations. Capella values curiosity, resilience, and a willingness to tackle hard problems with precision and creativity. Capella welcomes and encourages applicants whose perspectives are historically underrepresented in technology, national security, and aerospace. No prior space experience is required. Diverse viewpoints strengthen Capella's ability to innovate and to deliver meaningful impact for partners worldwide.
    What Makes Capella Unique
    Capella, an IonQ company, spans national security, advanced sensing, and next-generation compute to deliver secure, mission-ready intelligence. Capella's culture is built on collaboration, rigorous engineering, and a shared commitment to delivering solutions that strengthens global stability and security. Team members work side-by-side with some of the most innovative minds in space systems, quantum-enabled technologies, and mission-critical operations. No prior space experience is required. Capella values curiosity, resilience, and a willingness to tackle hard problems with precision and creativity. Capella welcomes and encourages applicants whose perspectives are historically underrepresented in technology, national security, and aerospace. Diverse viewpoints strengthen Capella's ability to innovate and to deliver meaningful impact for partners worldwide.
    The Role
    As the Manager of Flight Software at Capella, you will lead a team of engineers responsible for developing and maintaining the software that runs Capella's satellite fleet in space. You will oversee a dedicated segment of the existing flight software team, supporting mission-critical software development and contributing directly to the success of Capella's on-orbit operations.
    This role offers the opportunity to influence technical direction, grow and mentor engineering talent, and drive high standards of execution in a fast-paced and collaborative environment. You'll work alongside engineers and stakeholders across electrical, FPGA, systems, and ground software teams to deliver robust and reliable spacecraft software.
    Responsibilities
    • Lead a team of flight software engineers responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining embedded software for satellite systems.
    • Collaborate with peers and cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration between hardware and software components.
    • Establish and uphold engineering best practices, including code reviews, automated testing, documentation, and design reviews.
    • Mentor engineers through technical challenges, performance feedback, and career development.
    • Support architectural discussions, software planning, and trade studies within the team's scope of responsibility.
    • Drive consistent and timely execution of project milestones and deliverables.
    • Facilitate strong communication across engineering disciplines and ensure software solutions meet mission and system-level requirements.
    • Contribute to hiring, onboarding, and team growth efforts as Capella scales.
    Requirements
    • Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field (advanced degree preferred).
    • Experience managing or leading software engineering teams, particularly within embedded systems or aerospace domains.
    • Strong foundation in real-time embedded systems, including experience with bare-metal or RTOS environments.
    • Proficiency in C and C++ (C++ experience highly preferred); experience with scripting languages such as Python or shell scripting.
    • Familiarity with embedded Linux, Linux kernel modules, and development tools.
    • Experience with microcontrollers and SoCs (e.g., Xilinx Zynq) and hardware/software integration.
    • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to lead collaboratively and support cross-functional alignment.
    • Working knowledge of modern software development practices including Git, CI/CD, and automated testing.
    • Hands-on experience with lab equipment and debugging hardware is a plus.
    • To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Capella Employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable. Learn more about ITAR here.
    Compensation
    The approximate base salary range for this position is $140,188 - $175,235. The total compensation package includes base, bonus, equity, and a range of benefit options found on our career site.
    Compensation will vary based on individual factors such as education, qualifications and experience of the final candidate(s), specific office location and calibration against relevant market data and internal team equity. Posted base salary figures are subject to change as new market data becomes available.
    Benefits/Perks
    In addition to an opportunity to take part in an innovative, collaborative and fast-growing business with a highly motivated and skilled team, we also take pride in taking care of our employees. Here are just a few ways that we show our appreciation:
    • We provide extensive medical coverage, including strong vision and dental plans, flexible spending accounts, and additional supplemental health options.
    • 401K Plan to invest in your long-term retirement goals
    • Generous Parental Leave
    • Paid Flexible Time Off Policy
    • Lifestyle Spending Account
    • Commuter & Parking Benefits
    • Mental Health Resources
    • Monthly Phone Stipend
    • Furry friends? We've got you covered with dog-friendly work environment & them with pet insurance options
    Equal Opportunity Statement
    At IonQ, we believe in fair treatment, access, opportunity, and advancement for all, and we strive to identify and eliminate barriers. We empower employees to thrive by fostering a culture of autonomy, productivity, and respect. We are dedicated to creating an environment where individuals can feel welcomed, respected, supported, and valued.
    We are committed to equity and justice. We welcome different voices and viewpoints and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, ancestry, physical and/or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

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