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SpaceX · 9 hours ago

Software Engineer, Hardware Test & Automation (Starshield)

SpaceX is a pioneering aerospace company focused on enabling human life on Mars. They are seeking a Software Engineer for the Starshield Integration & Test team to develop automation infrastructure for testing hardware systems and ensure the reliability of Starshield satellites.

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Responsibilities

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 software that allows for test execution across multiple environments: hardware-in-the-loop (HITL, HIL) and virtualized hardware simulations
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
Invent tools that enable more frequent and reliable software deployment, test execution, and data analysis as part of a continuous integration and release system

Qualification

PythonC/C++LinuxContinuous integrationAgile developmentAutomationNumerical analysisSignal processingEmbedded hardwareTroubleshootingDebuggingPerformance optimizationUnit testingCommunication skillsCollaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or STEM discipline
1+ year of software development experience in C, C++, or Python; or full stack software development experience (internship experience is applicable)

Preferred

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 with control feedback loop design and implementation
Experience with numerical analysis techniques and signal processing in multiple domains
Extensive knowledge with 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 embedded hardware product development
Developed and deployed software that has been used in real-world applications/projects
Experience with containerization technologies (i.e. Docker, Kubernetes)
Radio frequency (RF) system-level design, modems, and diagnostic test equipment experience
Strong skills in troubleshooting, debugging, performance optimization, and unit testing
Experience with continuous integration and monitoring
Solid fundamental knowledge of networks, electronics, RF communications, optics, math, and physics
Ability and willingness to obtain a Top-Secret clearance

Benefits

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
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
10 or more paid holidays per year
Paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law

Company

SpaceX is an aviation and aerospace company that designs, manufactures, and launches rockets and spacecraft.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$11.78B
Key Investors
Korea Investment PartnersIntesa SanpaoloAndreessen Horowitz
2025-12-12Secondary Market
2025-09-10Secondary Market
2025-08-13Secondary Market· $10M

Leadership Team

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Bret Johnsen
CFO
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Charles Kuehmann
VP Materials Engineering
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