Software Engineer, GNC Simulations (Starlink)

SpaceX(5 days ago)

Redmond, WAOnsiteFull TimeMedior$122,500 - $170,000Engineering

About this role

SpaceX is hiring a Simulation Software Engineer on the Starlink GNC team to support development and maintenance of an in-house vehicle dynamics simulator and associated infrastructure for Monte Carlo and hardware-in-the-loop simulations. The role contributes to building high-fidelity simulations used across engineering teams to develop flight software and hardware for the Starlink constellation. It is positioned within SpaceX’s software/engineering organization focused on mission-critical simulation tools.

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Required Skills

C++
Python
JavaScript
Simulation
Monte Carlo
Hardware-in-the-Loop
Debugging
Performance Optimization
Unit Testing
Software Design

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Qualifications

BS in Computer Science or STEM
ITAR Eligibility (U.S. citizen/Green Card/Asylee/Refugee or eligible)

About SpaceX

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SpaceX is an aerospace manufacturer and launch services company that designs, manufactures, and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft. Founded in 2002 to revolutionize space technology and ultimately enable human life on other planets, it developed the Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy rockets, the Dragon crew/cargo spacecraft, and the next‑generation Starship — with a strong emphasis on reusable boosters. SpaceX provides commercial and government launch services (including crewed ISS missions, satellite deployments and rideshares) and operates the Starlink broadband constellation. The company is known for rapid iterative development and cost‑reduction through reuse to expand access to space.