SpaceX · 2 weeks ago
GNC Software Engineer (Falcon)
Hawthorne, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$120K/yr - $145K/yr
1+ years expSpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. The GNC Software Engineer will support the Falcon GNC team by developing software tools for trajectory design and vehicle simulation, enhancing the efficiency of launch operations and mission design.
AerospaceManufacturingSpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Create analysis tools, applications, and execution pipelines that allow vehicles to be flown quickly, reliably, and robustly for the GNC team
Design and lead the development of new software projects
Review existing tools and processes and drive more efficient or more reliable approaches
Participate in all phases of a mission, from feasibility analysis and research to concrete mission design and launch operations
Perform trajectory design, optimization, and dispersion analysis for Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy launch vehicle missions for all phases of flight, including ascent, entry, landing, and fairing recovery
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, math, or scientific discipline
1+ years of experience with Python and Python based development frameworks
1+ years of experience in any of the following: orbital mechanics, flight dynamics, classical dynamics, modeling, robotics, or simulation
Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (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
Preferred
Professional or academic experience with physics and/or experience with software as it relates to the physical world
Strong competency in software development practices including testing and continuous integration
Professional experience in web applications development
Experience working directly on engineering or scientific computing problems
Educational or professional background in Guidance, Navigation, and Control
Demonstrated project or professional experience in launch vehicle and/or spacecraft systems
Professional experience with other programming languages such as C/C++ or JavaScript
Experience with high performance computing systems or large scale data analysis systems
Deep understanding of one or more modern persistency systems
Focus on performance bottlenecks and performance improvement techniques
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
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
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
SpaceX is an aviation and aerospace company that designs, manufactures, and launches rockets and spacecraft.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$11.78BKey Investors
Korea Investment PartnersIntesa SanpaoloAndreessen Horowitz
2026-01-01Undisclosed
2025-12-12Secondary Market
2025-09-10Secondary Market
Leadership Team
Elon Musk
Founder, CEO & CTO
Bret Johnsen
CFO
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