Sr. Software Engineer, Components Test (Starshield)

SpaceX

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Work type: On-site
Location: Hawthorne, CA
Salary: $165,000–$230,000 / yr
Posted: 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 · Sr. Software Engineer, Components Test (Starshield)

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As a Senior Software Engineer on the Starshield Test team, you will design and develop test software infrastructure for advanced spacecraft components, ensuring their performance and reliability in extreme environments. Your daily tasks include creating new test systems from scratch, integrating hardware and software interfaces, and collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams to innovate testing methodologies. The role requires expertise in C, C++, or Python, along with experience in networking protocols and electro-mechanical systems. You will work on cutting-edge projects that demand a high sense of urgency and a commitment to mission success, contributing to the development of critical flight components for satellites.

Skills

C C++ Python TCP UDP Electro-mechanical systems Networking protocols CI/CD

What you'll do

Design and develop test software infrastructure for spacecraft components.
Create new test systems from the ground up, including hardware and software.
Validate performance of flight components in extreme environments.
Interface between hardware and software to ensure system compatibility.
Innovate testing approaches to enhance reliability and mission success.

What we're looking for

Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or STEM discipline and 5+ years of software development experience
Development experience in C, C++, Python, or full stack software
Experience with networking protocols such as TCP and UDP
Experience working with electro-mechanical systems
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under high urgency

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