Spacecraft Simulation Architect

True Anomaly

Laguna Beach (CA)

On-site

USD 185,000 - 310,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision benefits
401K
Parental Leave

Job summary

A leading aerospace technology company based in California is seeking a Principal Spacecraft Simulation Software Engineer to define the technical vision for a simulation platform. The role involves making high-stakes architectural decisions, leading multi-physics simulation software design, and mentoring engineers. Ideal candidates should have 10+ years experience in simulation-focused software development, expertise in C++ and Python, and a strong educational background in aerospace or related fields. The position offers a competitive salary and equity benefits.

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of professional software development experience focused on simulation or scientific computing.
  • Expert-level proficiency in modern C++ and performance optimization.
  • Experience defining and executing verification and validation frameworks.

Responsibilities

  • Own the long-term technical strategy for simulation infrastructure.
  • Make high-consequence architectural decisions across engineering and operations.
  • Lead the design and implementation of multi-physics simulation software.

Skills

C++
Python
Communication
Systems thinking

Education

Bachelor's in aerospace engineering or equivalent
Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Git
CI/CD
CMake

Job description

A leading aerospace technology company based in California is seeking a Principal Spacecraft Simulation Software Engineer to define the technical vision for a simulation platform. The role involves making high-stakes architectural decisions, leading multi-physics simulation software design, and mentoring engineers. Ideal candidates should have 10+ years experience in simulation-focused software development, expertise in C++ and Python, and a strong educational background in aerospace or related fields. The position offers a competitive salary and equity benefits.
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