Sr. Software Engineer, HITL - Top Secret Clearance

SpaceX(1 day ago)

Hawthorne, CAOnsiteFull TimeSenior$160,000 - $220,000Engineering

About this role

Senior Software Engineer in Special Programs at SpaceX working on high-assurance, high-performance software that supports flight systems. The role focuses on developing in-house solutions for analysis, simulation, and prototyping to accelerate software and hardware development. The position involves classified work and requires eligibility for security clearances and export authorization.

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Required Skills

Python
C++
Java
Automated Testing
HITL
HOOTL
Test Automation
CI/CD
Full-Stack
JavaScript

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Qualifications

BS in Computer Science
BS in Mathematics
BS in Engineering
Top Secret Clearance (or ability to obtain)
Top Secret SCI
DOE Q Clearance
ITAR Eligibility
U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident

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.