SpaceX · 1 month ago
Mission Integration Engineer, Applied Computing (Starshield)
Hawthorne, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$95K/yr - $115K/yrSpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. The Mission Integration Engineer will drive the development and enhancement of core applications for Starshield, focusing on building highly reliable mission-critical AI solutions while collaborating cross-functionally to deliver end-to-end products.
Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develop full-stack solutions to manage scalable AI content interaction systems with user applications
Develop prototypes to prove key design concepts and quantify technical constraints
Apply creativity to build an immersive earth observation experience for users whether they are in offices or in the field
See your software through from start-to-finish: from figuring out the core needs to prototyping, developing, and testing; to production rollout and beyond
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in computer science, data science, physics, mathematics, or a STEM discipline
Full stack software development experience - frontend Javascript libraries such as React, Angular, and Redux
Professional experience developing Python applications
Active Top Secret, Top Secret SCI, or DOE Level Q clearance
Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed
An active clearance may provide the opportunity for you to work on sensitive SpaceX missions; if so, you will be subject to pre-employment drug and random drug and alcohol testing
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State
Preferred
Professional experience developing web services and distributed applications across cloud and on-premise networks
Professional experience developing within Linux server environments, SSH, scripting, and configuration
Experience with Kubernetes or similar container orchestration frameworks
Experience with Model Context Protocol or large model content interaction systems
Experience with developing RAG pipelines, tool callers, and AI orchestration systems
Experience with Vector databases or implementing highly performant databases
Experience with image data processing and machine learning
Experience with graphics-intensive web application development
Benefits
Long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards
Potential discretionary bonuses
The 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 & 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.
Founded in 2002
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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