C++ Flight Software Engineer for Space Vehicles

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid parental leave

Eligible for stock options

Job summary

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP, known as SpaceX, is seeking a Software Engineer specializing in C++ for the Dragon team. This role involves developing and verifying mission-critical software for Dragon vehicles and ensuring reliability and safety throughout the launch process.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in software development, particularly in C/C++, and be able to collaborate with cross-functional teams. Compensation includes a competitive salary range of $125,000 to $150,000, with additional benefits such as stock options, comprehensive healthcare coverage, and paid vacation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or 2+ years of software development experience.
• 1+ years of software development experience in C/C++.
• Fluency in Linux systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and analyze code for mission critical software configurations.
• Troubleshoot flight hardware/software systems with engineering teams.
• Plan and execute vehicle testing milestones.

Skills

C/C++ development

Linux fluency

Software testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or related field

Tools

Embedded systems knowledge

Job description

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP, known as SpaceX, is seeking a Software Engineer specializing in C++ for the Dragon team. This role involves developing and verifying mission-critical software for Dragon vehicles and ensuring reliability and safety throughout the launch process.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in software development, particularly in C/C++, and be able to collaborate with cross-functional teams. Compensation includes a competitive salary range of $125,000 to $150,000, with additional benefits such as stock options, comprehensive healthcare coverage, and paid vacation.