SpaceX · 9 hours ago
Sr. Software Engineer, HITL - Top Secret Clearance
Hawthorne, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$160K/yr - $220K/yr
5+ years expSpaceX is actively developing technologies to enable human life on Mars. As a Sr. Software Engineer in Special Programs, you will design, develop, and test software solutions for analysis, simulation, and prototyping, playing a crucial role in supporting SpaceX flight systems.
Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Design and implement automated testing for hardware in the loop (HITL) and hardware out of the loop (HOOTL) software to ensure that deliverables meet target design criteria and operate within technical constraints
Develop full-stack solutions to manage automated testing of vehicle subsystems leveraging simulation and flight software
Contribute to test automation and CI/CD infrastructure
Maintain the highest standards of excellence, never settling for the status quo
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in computer science, math, or an engineering discipline
5+ years of experience in software development, developing applications in languages such as Python, C++, or Java
3+ years of experience with automated testing of hardware in the loop (HITL) and hardware out of the loop (HOOTL) software
3+ years of experience with test automation and CI/CD pipelines
This position requires successfully obtaining and maintaining a Top Secret Security Clearance as a condition of employment
Preferred
Strong software design and development skills
Professional experience in full-stack development of production web applications is a plus
Experience with JavaScript libraries such as Lit, React, and Redux
Experience with automated build and test frameworks such as Bamboo, Ansible, and Jenkins
Familiar with monitoring tools such as Grafana or Elasticsearch
Experience with containerized solutions such as Docker and Kubernetes
Professional experience with Linux or Unix systems and tools
Experience with database systems such as Postgres, MySql, or Oracle
Strong skills in debugging, performance optimization, data throughput analysis and unit testing
Strong creative and innovative problem-solving skills
Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment by quickly adapting to changing needs and requirements
Active Top Secret, Top Secret SCI, or DOE Level Q clearance, or the ability to obtain and maintain one
Benefits
Long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards
Potential discretionary bonuses
Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
Access to a 401(k) retirement plan
Short and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid parental leave
Various other discounts and perks
3 weeks of paid vacation
10 or more paid holidays per year
Paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law
Company
SpaceX
SpaceX is an aviation and aerospace company that designs, manufactures, and launches rockets and spacecraft.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$11.78BKey Investors
Korea Investment PartnersIntesa SanpaoloAndreessen Horowitz
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Leadership Team
Bret Johnsen
CFO
Charles Kuehmann
VP Materials Engineering
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