Sr. Security Software Engineer (Starshield)

SpaceX(4 days ago)

Hawthorne, CAOnsiteFull TimeSenior$168,000 - $230,000Engineering

About this role

SpaceX is seeking a Sr. Security Software Engineer to influence the security of software across its Starshield product line, supporting national security efforts with highly reliable and secure in-space network systems. The role involves designing and developing security infrastructure, features, and improvements, contributing to the safety and integrity of inter-planetary systems.

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Required Skills

Cryptography
Network Security
Operating Systems
Security Infrastructure
Secure Boot
Vulnerability Research
Distributed Systems
Hardware Security Modules
TCP/IP
Security Solutions

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.

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