Senior Software Engineer, Propulsion Simulation & Data Analysis
SpaceX
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This role pays less than 78% of similar roles. Most pay $142,400–$198,312 — the blue band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $138k versus about $170k for comparable roles.
Based on 240 similar postings.
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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.
SpaceX currently has 851 open roles on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs $130,000–$165,000 across 590 roles with salary data.
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The Software Engineer, Propulsion Simulation & Data Analysis joins the Raptor Systems Modeling and Control Team to support the power-balance, optimal control, and calibration of advanced rocket engines. You will maintain and improve the accuracy of lumped-parameter thermofluid physics models, conduct engine cycle analysis to steer design upgrades, and perform anomaly resolution using sparse instrumentation. Key responsibilities include developing tools to understand performance variability, automating processes for flight performance predictions, and building data pipelines for high-dimensional datasets. The role requires proficiency in physics-based simulations, dynamical systems modeling, and data-driven analysis of complex systems. Candidates should possess skills in Python, C#/.NET, C++, or Java, along with experience in full-stack web development using Angular or React. You will solve critical engineering problems involving compressible flow, thermodynamics, and thermochemistry.
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