Ground Software Engineer in Seal Beach, California at AstroForge

At AstroForge, our mission is to make space resources accessible on Earth. We mine asteroids to extract valuable minerals in space at a lower cost and smaller carbon footprint than current terrestrial mining methods. We offer a unique opportunity to join an exciting team looking to expand humanity’s capabilities in space.

As a Ground Software Engineer at AstroForge, you will develop the software systems that command, monitor, and manage our spacecraft from Earth. Your work will enable real-time operations, automate complex sequences, and ensure the health and performance of our vehicles throughout mission lifecycles. This role is ideal for an engineer who thrives in fast-paced, hardware-integrated environments and enjoys building robust, scalable tools that directly impact mission success.

$100,000 - $160,000

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), you must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Government.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.