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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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As a Simulation Software Engineer on the Starlink GNC team, you will play a crucial role in developing and maintaining an in-house vehicle dynamics simulator for spacecraft, along with related infrastructure for Monte Carlo simulations, hardware-in-the-loop testing, and data visualization. Your daily tasks include programming core simulation infrastructure, collaborating on multi-body physics models, and enhancing user experience through feature development and model improvements. You will also focus on improving the reliability and performance of simulation software using continuous integration and profiling techniques. The ideal candidate has a strong background in C++, Python, and front-end technologies like JavaScript, alongside thorough knowledge of physics and mathematics. This role involves working within SpaceX’s expansive constellation project, requiring expertise in complex system simulations and robust problem-solving skills to address intricate engineering challenges.
Maintain and enhance the in-house vehicle dynamics simulator for Starlink.
Develop and refine Monte Carlo simulation infrastructure related to Starlink.
Create models representing multi-body physics, environmental factors, and hardware.
Improve user experience by developing new features based on user feedback.
Optimize reliability and performance of simulation software through continuous integration.
What we're looking for
Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or STEM discipline and 1+ years of software development experience; OR 3+ years of professional software development experience
Strong proficiency in C++, Python, and front-end skills such as JavaScript
At least 2 years of development experience in C/C++
Thorough knowledge of physics and mathematics
Experience with continuous integration and performance optimization techniques
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