Software Engineering in El Segundo

A New Paradigm For Space Operations.

Who We Are:

Space Kinetic is a cleared, venture‑backed startup focused on addressing urgent security priorities. Our goal is to deliver a suite of asymmetric capabilities for space superiority and missile defense leveraging our proprietary electromechanical deployment system, which enables the rapid deployment of low‑cost payloads through space without firing a thruster. Space Kinetic is currently assembling its TRL‑5 prototype. Our goal is to leverage this platform to provide the United States with a new tool for securing the space domain & catalyzing the emerging space economy.

A Software Engineering will acquire hands‑on learning experience while working on meaningful projects to gain significant career experience. At Space Kinetic, we provide the tools, training and mentorship for interns to do their very best work and discover opportunities to advance their careers, providing a pathway for personal growth.

For those who dream of changing the world, an with Space Kinetic is the place to start.

At Space Kinetic, expect to work across the stack and across disciplines. You'll work alongside a multidisciplinary team of software engineers, physicists, and electrical engineers on projects spanning Data Acquisition (DAQ) and Controls Applications, Ground Controls and Telemetry Systems, Orbital Dynamics and Hardware‑in‑the‑Loop Simulations, Embedded Systems and Device Integration, Scientific Computing, Optimization, and Visualization, and Enterprise Services (APIs, Databases, Job Scheduling).

You will tackle hard, cutting‑edge problems where Stack Overflow and LLMs don't always have the answers.

• Currently enrolled in a Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related program at an accredited college or university
• Passion for solving real‑world engineering programs in software
• Strong programming fundamentals in OOP such as C++, C#, or Java
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, self‑driven entrepreneurial workplace
• Experience with Version Control (Git) and collaborative development workflows
• Ability to work with minimal direction or support and to learn quickly; strong analytical skills; creative and innovative thinking; detail‑oriented; calm under pressure; commitment to follow‑through; enthusiastic with a talent for motivating others; receptive to criticism and open to others' ideas; and effective in written communication.
• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. or , (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent (aka green card holder).

• Passion for Systems Programming or Lower‑Level Programming (C/C++, RTOS, bare‑metal)
• Experience in developing multi‑threaded applications
• CI/CD, build tools, and Dev Ops practices
• Scripting in Python, MATLAB, or similar
• Curiosity for testing in‑space operation
• Passion for the commercial and government space industry is a strong plus

• The position is onsite at our headquarters in El Segundo, CA.

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. or , (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about ITAR here

Space Kinetic provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to , , , , , , , , veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

The annual base salary for this role is below. Pay Grades are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual pay will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: interviews and an assessment of several factors that are unique to each candidate, job‑related skills, relevant education/experience, certifications, abilities of the candidate and internal equity.

Pay Range: $20—$30 USD