Senior Application Developer

GROW WITH US AND STAY EXTRAORDINARY:
Launch your career to new heights with Innoflight—one of San Diego’s fastest-growing Aerospace and Defense innovators. Here, visionary minds engineer the future of space technology through pioneering, compact, and cyber-secure solutions. From software-defined radios to cutting-edge cryptographic systems and avionics, everything we build powers the next era of New Space. Join our small, agile, and mission-driven team where your work has real impact and your growth has no limits. We’re not just reaching for the stars—we’re engineering them. Let’s innovate the infinite, together.

A DAY IN THE LIFE:
As a Senior Application Developer, you will design, develop, and integrate advanced software applications for satellite avionics and payload data processing systems. You will lead the creation of secure, high-quality applications that support operations monitoring, command and control, and configuration management for mission-critical space systems. In this role, you’ll collaborate across engineering disciplines, contribute to secure software development initiatives, and mentor junior team members while ensuring that our products meet stringent reliability and cybersecurity standards.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Designs & Develops Advanced Applications: Responsible for translating complex customer and system requirements into robust software designs and integrating those designs into Innoflight’s aerospace product lines.
• Leads Application Implementation: Leads a small team to develop and test reusable C# / .NET RESTful applications and extensible tools for embedded avionics products.
• Ensures Secure & Compliant Development: Applies government cybersecurity standards to application architecture, ensuring secure communication, data protection, and compliance with industry best practices.
• Supports CI/CD and Release Management: Works with CI/CD teams to expand testing capabilities, track features and defects, and manage software releases through formal configuration control processes.
• Collaborates Across Engineering Teams: Interfaces with Systems, Hardware, Embedded Software, and FPGA engineers to support seamless software integration and performance.
• Develops Simulation & Custom Tools: Assists in the design and development of advanced simulation systems and custom development tools to validate software across multiple system environments.
• Drives Innovation & Process Improvement: Continuously improves development practices and workflows, fostering innovation in tools, automation, and application performance.
• Mentors Engineering Talent: Serves as a technical mentor and subject matter expert, conducting design reviews, code walkthroughs, and offering guidance to junior engineers.

YOU’RE AWESOME AT:

• Application Development Expertise: 9+ years of experience in secure application development, with expert-level proficiency in .NET Core, C#, SQL Server, and front-end frameworks.
• Secure Systems & DevOps: Experienced in DevOps/SecDevOps methodologies, RESTful services, secure hybrid cloud deployment, and secure communication protocols.
• CI/CD Integration: Skilled in building CI/CD pipelines (preferably Git-based), managing containerized applications using Docker/VMs, and validating multi-component systems.
• Technical Leadership & Collaboration: Proven ability to mentor peers, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to secure, scalable solutions across the software lifecycle.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 9 or more years of experience developing secure software applications in regulated industries.
• Expertise in .NET Core, C#, SQL Server, RESTful services, and CI/CD practices.
• Experience with containerized application development and integration using Docker and VMs.
• Proficiency in secure communications, cryptographic standards, and system-level debugging.
• Familiarity with OpenCL or CUDA is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving, documentation, and technical communication skills.
• Demonstrated mentorship capability and collaborative engineering approach.
• Active U.S. Security Clearance required.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
The starting base salary for this position ranges from $150,000 to $200,000 per year, depending on the candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition to a competitive base salary, Innoflight offers a well-rounded compensation package that includes a Profit-Sharing Bonus and a Cash Performance Bonus to reward both individual and company performance. Additional benefits include:

• 401(k) with 3% company match (automatic enrollment)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, HSA & life insurance
• 10 paid holidays + 120 hours PTO (starting in year one)
• Access to ancillary benefits such as critical illness, accident, disability, legal and pet insurance.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE:

• Flexible Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off—whether you use it to recharge, work on a passion project, or spend time with family, the choice is yours.
• Continuous Learning & Development: We’re serious about professional development. From tuition reimbursement to internal "Ask Me Anything" sessions and weekly “Lunch & Learns,” we make learning a core part of the job.
• Mission-Driven Culture: We aren’t just building tech—we’re enabling the next era of space exploration. Our Culture Ambassadors help lead initiatives around inclusion, positivity, recognition, and transparency. Here, your voice is heard, your work is respected, and your individuality is celebrated.

BE YOU, WITH US:
At Innoflight, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone belongs. We recognize that great talent comes in many forms, and you don’t need to meet every requirement to bring value to our team. If this role excites you, we encourage you to apply—even if you don’t check every box.

YOU SHOULD KNOW:
Potential new employees must successfully complete a background check which includes criminal search, education certification and employment verification prior to hire. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S as you must have the ability to obtain a security clearance. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.

REFERRALS:
We love a good referral! If you know someone that would be a great fit for this position, please share!

A NOTE TO STAFFING AGENCIES:
Innoflight does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies, recruiters, or any third-party sources. Any such submissions will be considered property of Innoflight, and no fees will be paid in the event a candidate is hired from an unsolicited referral.

To California residents applying for this job, please read Innoflight’s CCPA Notice: https://www.innoflight.com/careers/california-consumer-privacy-act-notice-for-job-applicants.

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