Sr. Software Engineer, HITL - Top Secret Clearance

SpaceX • Hawthorne, CA

97d • $160,000 - $220,000

About The Position

As a Sr. Software Engineer in Special Programs, you will design, develop, and test key aspects of an in-house solution for analysis, simulation, and prototyping of software in support of all SpaceX flight systems. You will have full ownership of new features in a scalable, high-performance application used to control and test flight systems. This is a high-impact role where you will work across the engineering groups to build a high-assurance system that accelerates the development and demonstration of cutting-edge software and hardware. Aerospace experience is not required to be successful here - rather, we look for smart, motivated software engineers who enjoy taking on complex challenges, work well in dynamic environments, and care about software best practices. Our software is critical to future mission successes, and we have no shortage of interesting challenges that require innovative, cutting-edge solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, math, or an engineering discipline
• 5+ years of experience in software development, developing applications in languages such as Python, C++, or Java
• 3+ years of experience with automated testing of hardware in the loop (HITL) and hardware out of the loop (HOOTL) software
• 3+ years of experience with test automation and CI/CD pipelines

Nice To Haves

• Strong software design and development skills
• Professional experience in full-stack development of production web applications is a plus
• Experience with JavaScript libraries such as Lit, React, and Redux
• Experience with automated build and test frameworks such as Bamboo, Ansible, and Jenkins
• Familiar with monitoring tools such as Grafana or Elasticsearch
• Experience with containerized solutions such as Docker and Kubernetes
• Professional experience with Linux or Unix systems and tools
• Experience with database systems such as Postgres, MySql, or Oracle
• Strong skills in debugging, performance optimization, data throughput analysis and unit testing
• Strong creative and innovative problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment by quickly adapting to changing needs and requirements
• Active Top Secret, Top Secret SCI, or DOE Level Q clearance, or the ability to obtain and maintain one

Responsibilities

• Design and implement automated testing for hardware in the loop (HITL) and hardware out of the loop (HOOTL) software to ensure that deliverables meet target design criteria and operate within technical constraints
• Develop full-stack solutions to manage automated testing of vehicle subsystems leveraging simulation and flight software
• Contribute to test automation and CI/CD infrastructure
• Maintain the highest standards of excellence, never settling for the status quo

Benefits

• Pay range: Software Engineer/Senior: $160,000.00 - $220,000.00/per year
• 10% differential for those with an active clearance, up to an additional $15,000 annually, once officially briefed into a classified program
• Long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards
• Potential discretionary bonuses
• Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
• Access to a 401(k) retirement plan
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Various other discounts and perks
• 3 weeks of paid vacation
• Eligibility for 10 or more paid holidays per year
• Accrual of paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees