SpaceX · 2 days ago
Software Engineer - Mechanical/Thermal Tooling, Satellites (Starlink)
Redmond, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$140K/yr - $170K/yr
1+ years expSpaceX 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. In this role, you will specialize in the development of thermal and degradation analysis tools to ensure space safety standards are met for future satellite designs.
AerospaceManufacturingSpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Build custom software infrastructure and tooling to support thermal analysis simulations
Automate analysis workflows to reduce engineering burden
Validate and verify analysis tools and thermal models against experimental data, flight telemetry, or benchmark re-entry scenarios
Drive tests that will increase the fidelity of the available tools
Produce quality documentation of your work
Pursue performance and robustness improvements in existing tools and processes
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, physics, or a related field
1+ years of professional experience (internship or co-op experience can apply)
Must be available to work extended hours and weekends as needed for mission critical deadlines
Preferred
Strong background in Python and computer science fundamentals
Understanding of thermal/fluid networks (0-D or 1-D modeling)
Experience automating engineering workflows or simulations
Knowledge of and/or experience in MATLAB, C/C++, Git, Thermal Desktop, ANSYS Workbench, Siemens STAR-CCM+
Excellent communication and documentation skills
Ability to deliver against an aggressive schedule
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
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
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