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8d ago

Software Engineer

Belcan San Luis Obispo, CA

San Luis Obispo, CA

8d ago

$104k - $146k/yr Full time Python Ardupilot Autopilot Automation

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Job Description

Belcan is seeking a Software Engineer to join their San Luis Obispo, CA team onsite, focusing on embedded flight software for unmanned aircraft systems. The position centers on building and integrating the PX4 flight stack, developing in C/C++, and driving Python-based test workflows for Belcan’s aerospace client in the region.

Responsibilities

Develop and customize the PX4 flight stack with integration to QGroundControl (QGC)
Write embedded flight software in C/C++ and support test/validation workflows with Python
Develop GPS positioning and navigation software components
Perform autonomy and system-level software integration across vehicle, payload, and ground control interfaces
Participate in Git-based workflows (GitHub/GitLab) with version control and collaborative development
Work in modern development environments such as Visual Studio Code
Implement unit testing and software validation practices
Engage with communication protocols and embedded interfaces (MAVLink, TCP/IP, UDP
Conduct software integration and debugging across hardware/software boundaries in flight and laboratory settings
Support rapid iteration driven by integration, test, and flight feedback

Requirements

Degree in robotics, autonomy, software engineering, computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, or mathematics; strong preference for software/aerospace-focused programs
5+ years of relevant experience
Working knowledge of PX4
U.S. Citizenship is required

Technologies

PX4
QGroundControl
C
C++
Python
GitHub
GitLab
Visual Studio Code
MAVLink
TCP/IP
UDP
ROS2
ArduPilot
Pixhawk

Benefits

Health care
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
401(k)
Education assistance
Paid time off (PTO)
Holidays
Other paid leave required by law

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

Experience with PX4 flight control stack autopilot or comparable OS such as ROS2, ArduPilot, or Pixhawk
Ability to lead a small software team with ownership of work packages
Embedded real-time software development
Aerospace experience, particularly with unmanned aircraft systems

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