Hello I wanted to know how hands on the embedded flight software jobs are? I'm doing my masters in computer engineering and I want a role where I get to work with hardware while I like coding I also strongly like working with my hands. Do I get to work with microcontrollers, debuggers and oscilloscopes? In embedded software roles ?

Hey y'all,

I currently work in aerospace software for the military. My dream is to work in astrodynamics for NASA.

I have a B.S Physics (minor in cs) and a M.S Aerospace Engineering with an emphasis on Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC).

I currently have a contract with my employer to stay until early 2028 (they paid for my master's). Then, I had planned to look for roles in Astrodynamics/Spacecraft GNC in the Houston area (around JSC). This move has always been my plan even before I finished undergrad.

Since I'm already a federal employee, I was hoping to stay in that realm and not go private. I prefer work/life balance over money. Plus I already have more than 3 years of federal service and will already have almost 5 by the time I move.

I understand that my options may be more limited staying federal, but I was wondering what's out there? I already know that GNC/Astrodynamics roles exist in the private sector around JSC, but I was wondering what's still available on the public side, if anything.

How's it looking?

Thanks!