Software Engineer, Simulations (Application Software)

SpaceX(1 month ago)

Hawthorne, CAOnsiteFull TimeJunior$120,000 - $170,000Engineering (Simulations)

About this role

The Software Engineer, Simulations designs, develops, and tests high-fidelity real-time in-house simulation software that supports SpaceX flight systems and vehicles. The role collaborates across engineering teams to build simulation infrastructure and models (fluids, electronics, multi-body physics) that enable software and hardware development for missions. It is a mission-critical position contributing to vehicle testing and validation in a dynamic environment.

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Required Skills

C/C++
Software Design
Simulation Development
Prototyping
Performance Optimization
Reliability Improvement
Distributed Systems
Networking
Memory Management
CPU Scheduling

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Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Math, or STEM
2+ Years Professional Software Development Experience (In Lieu Of Degree)
1+ Years Development Experience in C/C++

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.