Propulsion Modeling & Data Analytics Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term incentives

Medical, vision, dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP (SpaceX) is seeking a Software Engineer specializing in Propulsion Simulation & Data Analysis in Hawthorne, CA. The role involves improving the accuracy of models for rocket engines, conducting analyses to support design upgrades, and collaborating with engineers to optimize processes. Competitive salary ranges from $125,000 to $175,000 per year depending on experience.

Join a passionate team dedicated to developing technologies for human life on Mars, with comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, stocks, and paid vacation.

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience writing computer software.
• 1+ year experience with physics-based simulations of real dynamic systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve the accuracy of the lumped-parameter thermofluid physics model of the Raptor engine.
• Conduct engine cycle analysis to steer future-state engine design.
• Automate processes for predicting test performance.

Skills

Dynamical systems modeling

Programming in Python, C#/.NET, C++ or Java

Physics-based simulations

Version control

Numerical analysis techniques

Signal processing

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a STEM discipline

Tools

Unix-like operating systems

Job description

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP (SpaceX) is seeking a Software Engineer specializing in Propulsion Simulation & Data Analysis in Hawthorne, CA. The role involves improving the accuracy of models for rocket engines, conducting analyses to support design upgrades, and collaborating with engineers to optimize processes. Competitive salary ranges from $125,000 to $175,000 per year depending on experience.

Join a passionate team dedicated to developing technologies for human life on Mars, with comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, stocks, and paid vacation.