Software Engineer, Components; Starshield

Software Engineer, Components (Starshield)

Hawthorne, CA

Space

X was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today Space

X is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

The Starshield Test team develops test and manufacturing processes for the most advanced spacecraft components in the world. Our engineers serve as software and hardware experts for the flight control devices and mechanisms that drive the critical capabilities on our satellites— from inertial control devices to network hardware and more. We design software and build the systems that test the flight components for maximum performance and reliability in extreme environments, with mission success being imperative.

As a Software Engineer, you will design and develop test software infrastructure that will validate the performance of these components in a cross‑disciplinary environment. You will create new test systems and infrastructure from the ground up, including hardware, software, and the interface between the two.

• Develop modular, reusable test and automation software in Python and similar languages for manufacturing and engineering design verification.
• Write automation software to interact with flight hardware, test equipment, instrumentation, and production documentation systems.
• Develop custom automation solutions to engineering and manufacturing challenges using a combination of embedded electronics and innovative hardware.
• Develop algorithms to analyze complex test data to determine if components have met acceptance criteria.
• Maintain and troubleshoot existing automation infrastructure and work with partner teams to determine and correct root cause of failures.
• Define and implement project plans, manage milestones and hold reviews to assure reliable test systems are delivered to production.

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or STEM discipline; or 2+ years of professional experience in software development in lieu of a degree.
• Development experience in C, C++, or Python; or full stack software development experience.

• Extensive knowledge of Linux and Windows operating systems.
• Experience with configuration management and version control software.
• Experience with continuous integration and agile development.
• Experience automating processes and testing to improve manufacturing yields and reduce production time.
• Experience developing application, test, or automation software in an interdisciplinary environment.
• Experience with control feedback loop design and implementation.
• Experience with numerical analysis techniques and signal processing in multiple domains.
• Extensive knowledge of a range of digital and analog interfaces including GPIB, USB, VISA, TCP/IP, VLAN, CAN bus, SPI, I2C, Modbus, analog‑to‑digital conversion.
• Experience troubleshooting interactions between software and hardware such as network devices and lab instrumentation.
• Experience with spacecraft fluid systems.
• Experience with high‑power electrical systems.
• Experience with electro‑mechanical systems.
• Experience with embedded hardware product development.

• Willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed.
• Note that an active clearance may provide the opportunity for you to work on sensitive Space
  
  X missions; if so, you will be subject to pre‑employment drug and random drug and alcohol testing.

Pay Range:
Software Engineer/Level I: $125,000 – $145,000 per year. Software Engineer/Level II: $145,000 – $175,000 per year.

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job‑related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Those with an active clearance will receive a 10% differential, up to an additional $20,000 annually, once officially briefed into a classified program.

Benefits include comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage; a 401(k) retirement plan; short‑ and long‑term disability…