Software Engineer (Starshield) - Top Secret Clearance

SpaceX

2 months ago

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Hawthorne, CA

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About this role

SpaceX Starshield is hiring Software Engineers to design and build secure, reliable software for satellite constellations and national-security space systems. Engineers will develop end-to-end software including in-space networking, ground systems, simulations, and deployment tooling to support government-focused capabilities. The role supports life-cycle ownership from prototyping through on-orbit operations and emphasizes reliability, security, and automation.

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Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Engineering2+ Years Professional Experience (in lieu of degree)Top Secret ClearanceTop Secret SCIDOE Level Q Clearance

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.