SpaceX
GNC Software Engineer - Top Secret Clearance
About this role
SpaceX is seeking a GNC Software Engineer with Top Secret Clearance to develop critical simulations and flight algorithms essential for interstellar missions. This role involves creating high-fidelity models and collaborating across engineering teams to ensure mission success.
What you'll do
- Develop software tools for system-of-systems performance analysis
- Conduct design analyses balancing competing requirements
- Create 6-DOF dynamics simulation models for GNC systems
- Develop models for RF communications and sensor systems
- Assess design feasibility for architecture definition
- Act as a cross-disciplinary expert to meet mission objectives
What they're looking for
- Bachelor's degree in relevant field
- Proficiency in C or C++ programming
- Experience with modeling and simulation
- Strong software design skills
- Knowledge of RF communications
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Experience in performance optimization and debugging
Benefits
- Competitive salary with potential for a clearance differential
- Long-term incentives
- Opportunities for professional growth
- Dynamic work environment with innovative projects
- Support for obtaining necessary security clearance
- Possibility of working on sensitive SpaceX missions
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SpaceX
SpaceX develops advanced spacecraft and satellite systems, including the Starshield government satellite constellation and Starfall re-entry cargo capsule for global delivery. The company is hiring engineers in avionics integration, software test automation, mechanical design, and hardware reliability to validate flight-critical systems and ensure mission success.
- Website
- spacex.com