GNC Software Engineer — Top Secret Clearance

SpaceX; 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

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a GNC Software Engineer with Top Secret clearance to develop high-fidelity models and simulations for mission planning tools and flight algorithms. This engineer will work across various engineering groups, focusing on system-of-systems performance analysis and creating physics-based models.

Qualified candidates will hold a bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field and possess experience in C or C++. Strong communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment are essential.

The position offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits including healthcare, retirement plans, and generous vacation policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Software development experience in C or C++ required.
• Active Top Secret clearance preferred.
• Strong programming and modern software design skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-fidelity models and simulations for GNC systems.
• Build software tools for performance analysis of satellite systems.
• Conduct design analyses balancing competing requirements.
• Communicate technical capabilities with stakeholders.

Skills

Software development experience in C or C++

Strong modern software design and development skills

Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment

Effective communication skills

Demonstrated experience in developing state estimation algorithms

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, aerospace engineering, physics, or another engineering discipline

Tools

C/C++

Modern C++ (C++14 and above)

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a GNC Software Engineer with Top Secret clearance to develop high-fidelity models and simulations for mission planning tools and flight algorithms. This engineer will work across various engineering groups, focusing on system-of-systems performance analysis and creating physics-based models.

Qualified candidates will hold a bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field and possess experience in C or C++. Strong communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment are essential.

The position offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits including healthcare, retirement plans, and generous vacation policies.