Software Engineer, Hardware Test & Automation (Starshield)

SpaceX

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Work type
On-site
Location
Hawthorne, CA
Salary
$125,000–$150,000 / yr
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today

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SpaceX designs, manufactures, and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft with the mission of enabling humans to become a multi-planetary species. It operates the Falcon 9, Falcon Heavy, and Starship launch vehicles, as well as the Starlink satellite internet constellation.

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TL;DR · Software Engineer, Hardware Test & Automation (Starshield)

As a Software Engineer on the Starshield Integration & Test team, you will develop integrated operations and automation infrastructure for Hardware In The Loop (HITL) testbeds and production floor systems. Your responsibilities include creating software that enables rapid development and accurate testing of all Starshield hardware systems, focusing on design, reliability, and innovation. You will work with containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes, and have experience in troubleshooting, debugging, performance optimization, and unit testing. The role requires knowledge of C, C++, or Python, as well as familiarity with radio frequency (RF) system-level design and continuous integration. This position is part of a dynamic team that delivers high-impact technology on a massive scale for satellite operations.

What you'll do

  • Develop software for test execution across hardware-in-the-loop and virtualized environments.
  • Design and implement automation infrastructure for satellite testing processes.
  • Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize performance of test systems and tools.
  • Create unit tests to ensure the reliability and accuracy of testing software.
  • Deploy and maintain containerization technologies in production test environments.

What we're looking for

  • 1+ year of software development experience in C, C++, or Python.
  • Developed and deployed real-world applications or projects.
  • Experience with containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.
  • Strong troubleshooting, debugging, performance optimization, and unit testing skills.
  • Knowledge of radio frequency (RF) system-level design and diagnostic test equipment.
  • Experience with continuous integration and monitoring tools.
  • Ability to obtain a Top-Secret clearance.

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