SpaceX · 1 hour ago
Software Engineer, Hardware Test & Automation (Starlink)
Redmond, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$122K/yr - $170K/yr
2+ years expSpaceX is actively developing the technologies to enable human life on Mars. As a Software Engineer on the Starlink Team, you will design software and build systems that test flight components and entire satellites for maximum performance and reliability in extreme environments.
Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develop modular, reusable test and automation software in Python and similar languages for manufacturing and engineering design verification
Write automation software to interact with flight hardware, test equipment, instrumentation, and production documentation systems
Develop software that allows for test execution across multiple environments: hardware-in-the-loop (HITL, HIL) and virtualized hardware simulations
Develop custom automation solutions to engineering and manufacturing challenges using a combination of embedded electronics and innovative hardware
Develop algorithms to analyze complex test data to determine if components have met acceptance criteria
Maintain and troubleshoot existing automation infrastructure and work with partner teams to determine and correct root cause of failures
Define and implement project plans, manage milestones and hold reviews to assure reliable test systems are delivered to production
Invent tools that enable more frequent and reliable software deployment, test execution, and data analysis as part of a continuous integration and release system
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or STEM discipline; OR 2+ years of professional experience in software development in lieu of a degree
Development experience in Python and/or C, C++
Willing to work extended hours and weekends when needed
Preferred
Computer science degree
Extensive knowledge of Linux and Windows operating systems, with a thorough knowledge of computer architecture and networks
Experience with configuration management and version control software
Experience with continuous integration and agile development
Experience automating processes and testing to improve manufacturing yields and reduce production time
Experience developing application, test, or automation software in an interdisciplinary environment
Experience with control feedback loop design and implementation
Experience with numerical analysis techniques and signal processing in multiple domains
Extensive knowledge with a range of digital and analog interfaces including GPIB, USB, VISA, TCP/IP, VLAN, CAN bus, SPI, I2C, Modbus, analog-to-digital conversion
Experience troubleshooting interactions between software and hardware such as network devices and lab instrumentation
Experience with high power electrical systems, electro-mechanical systems and embedded hardware product development
Experience with gathering and organizing data using tools such as SQL or interacting with REST APIs
Experience with HTML/CSS for creating web applications and creating dashboards with tools such as grafana
Strong software design and development skills
Experience designing fault tolerant, distributed, or real-time systems
Cross-context test design skills, ranging from simple unit tests through to integrated hardware-in-the-loop regression and exploratory tests
Experience working with spacecraft, automotive, or other industrial hardware, such as high-powered electrical systems and ground-support equipment
Ability to work independently or in a team, take initiative, and communicate effectively in a solution-oriented manner
Solid fundamental knowledge of networks, electronics, RF communications, optics, math, and physics
Strong skills in troubleshooting, debugging, and performance optimization
Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with changing needs and requirements
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 time in compliance with state and federal law
Company shuttles are offered to employees for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday
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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