SpaceX · 3 weeks ago
Software Engineer, Propulsion Simulation & Data Analysis
Hawthorne, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$140K/yr - $170K/yr
1+ years expSpaceX is actively developing technologies to enable human life on Mars. The Software Engineer in Propulsion Simulation & Data Analysis will work on modeling and control of advanced rocket engines, focusing on data analysis and anomaly resolution to support critical operations and decision-making.
Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Maintain and improve the accuracy of the lumped-parameter thermofluid physics model of the Raptor engine
Conduce engine cycle analysis to steer future-state engine design and thrust upgrades
Conduct anomaly resolution utilizing the engine model and sparse instrumentation
Develop a detailed understanding of the physics underlying rocket engine performance, sources of performance variability, as well as related modeling and measurement techniques
Maintain and improve the accuracy of the representation of the Raptor engine used in integrated vehicle simulations, control software validation and flight Monte Carlo analysis
Develop tools and portals to understand the sources of engine performance variability and enact improvements to manufacturing and engine hardware design
Automate processes and software tools that are used to predict test performance and generate flight performance predictions for GNC (guidance, navigation, and control) and flight software
Collaborate with engineers across the company to extend and improve interoperability among existing tools as well as to standardize hardware and software practices, tools, and methods to maximize functionality and value while minimizing future overhead and obsolescence
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a STEM discipline
1+ year experience writing computer software
1+ year experience with physics-based simulations of real dynamic systems
Preferred
Dynamical systems modeling
Experience with lumped parameter modeling of physical systems
Experience implementing physics-informed neural networks to solve real-world engineering problems
Data driven analysis of complex systems
Experience inferring root cause from sparse measurements
Demonstrable proficiency in the basic principles of compressible and incompressible flow, thermodynamics, thermochemistry, mechanics, and materials
Strong written and verbal communication skills, ability to make presentations to team members, internal customers and management
Experience building data pipelines providing sanitization, curation, visualization, exploration to high dimensional datasets
Experience working with or simulating combustion engines or fluid systems
Full stack web development experience (database design, frontend)
Frontend experience in Angular, React, or a similar JavaScript framework
Backend Development: deliver well-tested, performant, and maintainable Python, C#/.NET, C++ or Java code
Experience with version control, continuous integration, Unix-like operating systems
Experience with control feedback loop design and implementation
Experience with numerical analysis techniques and signal processing in multiple domains
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
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
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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