HawkEye 360
HawkEye 360
Transforming satellite data into actionable insights
📍 Herndon, VA, USA
About HawkEye 360
HawkEye 360 develops satellite technology to provide geospatial intelligence and analytics. Based in Herndon, Virginia, the company operates a constellation of small satellites that detect and geolocate radio frequency signals, serving markets such as maritime, defense, and environmental monitoring. Engineering disciplines include satellite systems design, embedded software development, and RF signal processing. Engineers solve challenges related to satellite communication, data processing, and signal analysis. With a focus on innovative satellite technology, HawkEye 360 is positioned uniquely in the growing field of space-based data analytics.
Current Job Openings
2 jobsAll HawkEye 360 Job Openings
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Senior Spacecraft Flight Software Engineer
@ HawkEye 360
📍Herndon, United States 🇺🇸📊 senior⏱︎ full-timeC++ Python RTOSView Senior Spacecraft Flight Software Engineer -
Principal Embedded Linux Engineer
@ HawkEye 360
📍Herndon, United States 🇺🇸📊 principal⏱︎ full-timeLinux Yocto FPGAView Principal Embedded Linux Engineer -
Expired
Principal Embedded Linux Engineer
@ HawkEye 360
📍Herndon, United States 🇺🇸📊 principal⏱︎ full-timeYocto ARM FPGAView Principal Embedded Linux EngineerView details -
Expired
FPGA Firmware Engineer - ISA
@ HawkEye 360
📍Richardson, TX, United States 🇺🇸📊 senior⏱︎ full-timeFPGA VHDL VerilogView FPGA Firmware Engineer - ISAView details -
Expired
Senior Satellite Embedded Engineer
@ HawkEye 360
📍Herndon, United States 🇺🇸📊 senior⏱︎ full-timePython C++ BashView Senior Satellite Embedded EngineerView details
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About HawkEye 360
HawkEye 360 develops satellite technology to provide geospatial intelligence and analytics. Based in Herndon, Virginia, the company operates a constellation of small satellites that detect and geolocate radio frequency signals, serving markets such as maritime, defense, and environmental monitoring. Engineering disciplines include satellite systems design, embedded software development, and RF signal processing. Engineers solve challenges related to satellite communication, data processing, and signal analysis. With a focus on innovative satellite technology, HawkEye 360 is positioned uniquely in the growing field of space-based data analytics.
HawkEye 360 Career Opportunities
HawkEye 360 currently has 2 active embedded systems positions in 1 location. All positions are on-site, typical for hardware-focused roles requiring lab access and equipment. Recognized as a top-tier employer (85.0/100), HawkEye 360 offers competitive compensation and strong career development paths in embedded engineering.
HawkEye 360 Hiring Trends
* Data represents job posting activity over the past 6 months: Feb 2026 through Jul 2026
HawkEye 360 maintains steady recruitment patterns with 1
position this month,
suggesting consistent team growth and ongoing engineering needs.
Over the past 6 months, HawkEye 360 averaged 0.7 job postings per month,
with peak hiring in May 2026 (2 openings).
For embedded systems roles, hiring activity typically correlates with product development cycles,
especially for firmware teams during pre-production phases and hardware engineers during prototyping.
➡️ Stable pace
Consistent hiring velocity
May 2026
Required Skills at HawkEye 360
C++ is the most in-demand skill at HawkEye 360,
appearing in 80% of all job listings (past and present).
This high frequency suggests C++ is central to most projects, though some specialized roles may use alternative technologies.
HawkEye 360's technology stack spans 14 distinct skills and tools,
reflecting the multifaceted nature of embedded systems development.
The broad technical diversity (14 technologies) suggests work on complex,
multi-domain projects requiring both hardware and software expertise.
Engineers joining HawkEye 360 should combine depth in key areas with adaptability. The mix of hardware skills (PCB design, schematics) and firmware expertise (RTOS, embedded C) indicates full-stack embedded development where engineers work across the hardware-software boundary. Candidates with adjacent skills (version control, testing frameworks, communication protocols) typically advance faster by contributing across the development lifecycle.
Engineering Roles at HawkEye 360
HawkEye 360 is building across 2 distinct engineering specializations, reflecting varied technical needs. This diversity suggests cross-functional projects where firmware engineers, hardware designers, and systems architects collaborate on integrated solutions.
Experience level distribution: 50% of openings target senior-level engineers.
Where HawkEye 360 is Hiring
HawkEye 360's engineering operations are concentrated in a single country across 2 locations. Multiple cities within one country often reflect regional talent pools or proximity to specific industry clusters (e.g., automotive in Detroit, semiconductors in Silicon Valley).
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