New Grad Software Engineer – Avionics & Flight Systems

re-zoo-me; Hawthorne, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Paid vacation & holidays

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a NEW GRADUATE ENGINEER, SOFTWARE (STARFALL) in Hawthorne, CA to design and implement software and firmware for avionics systems. You will contribute to development, testing, and operational support that enables frequent, safe launches.

Basic qualifications include a STEM degree and C/C++ experience; graduating in 2026 or 2027. The role emphasizes collaboration, problem-solving, and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field (CS/engineering/math/physics).
• Professional experience in C/C++ development (internship acceptable).
• Graduating in the class of 2026 or 2027.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver high-quality software and firmware for processors and micro-controllers.
• Support launch operations.
• Collaborate with peers and customers.
• Bring up and validate devices that communicate to and fly in space.
• Analyze test results and bugs with in-depth investigations.
• Hands-on integration and troubleshooting of flight hardware/software systems.
• Work in a dynamic environment with changing needs.

Skills

C/C++ development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Tools

NXP microcontrollers

Linux

Bash scripting

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a NEW GRADUATE ENGINEER, SOFTWARE (STARFALL) in Hawthorne, CA to design and implement software and firmware for avionics systems. You will contribute to development, testing, and operational support that enables frequent, safe launches.

Basic qualifications include a STEM degree and C/C++ experience; graduating in 2026 or 2027. The role emphasizes collaboration, problem-solving, and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.