GNC Beam Planning Engineer – Starshield

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid parental leave

Paid vacation and holidays

Stock options and long-term incentives

Job summary

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP is looking for a GNC Engineer focused on beam planning for Starshield. This role involves developing high-performing algorithms and software for national security applications.

The ideal candidate will hold a bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field and have software skills in C++ or Python. Responsibilities include algorithm development, software documentation, and system performance analysis. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, computer science/software engineering, or relevant engineering discipline.
• Software development experience in C++ or Python.

Responsibilities

• Develop GNC algorithms, flight software, and simulations.
• Conduct analyses and recommend designs for GNC software.
• Write high-quality technical documentation of programs and algorithms.
• Support on-call operations and keep software running optimally.

Skills

C++

Python

GNC algorithm development

State estimation

Software development

Problem solving

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering or related fields

Job description

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP is looking for a GNC Engineer focused on beam planning for Starshield. This role involves developing high-performing algorithms and software for national security applications.

The ideal candidate will hold a bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field and have software skills in C++ or Python. Responsibilities include algorithm development, software documentation, and system performance analysis. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits are provided.