Software Engineer — Test Ops, Data & Automation

Starlink

Hawthorne (CA)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 160,000

Full time

14 days+

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SpaceX is seeking a Software Engineer for Test Engineering and Operations in Hawthorne, CA. You will design, develop, and improve software that keeps vehicle and spacecraft checkout, testing, and flight readiness running smoothly.

The role bridges hardware and manufacturing operations, enabling scalable, data‑driven results. You will own full software lifecycles from development to deployment, collaborating with engineers to rapidly learn, apply engineering judgment, and deliver reliable

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a Software Engineer for Test Engineering and Operations in Hawthorne, CA. You will design, develop, and improve software that keeps vehicle and spacecraft checkout, testing, and flight readiness running smoothly.

The role bridges hardware and manufacturing operations, enabling scalable, data‑driven results. You will own full software lifecycles from development to deployment, collaborating with engineers to rapidly learn, apply engineering judgment, and deliver reliable,

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