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

SOFTWARE ENGINEER, FACTORY AUTOMATION (STARLINK)

We’re looking for creative and driven software engineers to create the automated testing architecture for all of Starlink hardware. As a software engineer on the Hardware Test team, you will develop software that quickly and thoroughly validates that each piece of hardware on our satellites will survive/withstand launch and function in orbit. You’ll work with space lasers, flight computers, high-frequency RF systems, actuators, power conversion systems, and other satellite subsystems that make up Starlink. Our engineers are endlessly curious, love to learn and try out new things, and work collaboratively across disciplines in a dynamic environment with changing needs as we strive to deliver high-impact technology on a global scale.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Create modular, reusable software in Python to automate manufacturing processes and tests
• Automate control of a wide variety of cutting-edge test and measurement equipment
• Develop data analysis tools to track and report trends in manufacturing data
• Optimize software to eliminate production bottlenecks
• Collaborate directly with the design and manufacturing engineers to validate flight hardware like space lasers
• Actively maintain tests that support rapid design iteration of flight hardware and software
• Develop software infrastructure that enables scaling to large numbers of devices under test
• Propose and develop a longer-term software architecture for automated test infrastructure, encompassing instrument control, data capture and data analysis

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, physics or other engineering discipline
• Development experience in  Python, C# or other object oriented language

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Developed, debugged and deployed software that has been used in real world applications/projects
• Strong skills in debugging, performance optimization, and unit testing
• Creative approach to problem solving, exceptional analytical skills and engineering fundamentals
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Experience developing software used in manufacturing environments

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be available to work extended hours as needed

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.  

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

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