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Based on 240 similar postings.
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About SpaceX
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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Listed pay typically runs
$130,000–$165,000
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As a Software Engineer, Simulation on the NDE & Materials Software team, you will develop and advance an in-house multi-physics simulation engine used for manufacturing processes like high-pressure die casting and investment casting. You will build advanced interfaces, integrate CFD tools, meshing software, and CAD platforms, while transitioning results to web-based 3D tooling. The role involves leveraging machine learning and AI—specifically surrogate modeling and physics-informed neural networks—to accelerate simulations and optimize parts for programs like Raptor and Starship. Key technologies include C++, Python, Linux, and high-performance computing environments. You will also utilize tools such as OpenFOAM, ANSYS Fluent, ParaView, and web frameworks like Flask or React. The work focuses on solving complex manufacturing challenges by improving part yield and reducing inspection burdens through advanced simulation and automated processes.
What does a Software Engineer earn in California?
Median $214000 from 775 postings across 63 companies.
LabVIEW
C++
Python
National Instruments
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PXI
Data Acquisition
Distributed Systems
Network Communication
Unit Testing
Performance Optimization
Debugging
Application Development
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System Development Life Cycle
Technical Writing
Architecture
Application Testing
Release Management
UX) Design
Packaged Application Integration
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