SpaceX
Simulation Software Engineer (Vehicle Engineering)
About this role
SpaceX seeks a Simulation Software Engineer to design and develop high-fidelity real-time simulation software supporting all vehicle flight systems. You'll build core simulation infrastructure modeling fluids, electronics, and multi-body physics while collaborating across engineering teams to create software critical to Falcon, Dragon, Starship, and other missions.
What you'll do
- Develop and maintain high-fidelity real-time simulation software for SpaceX vehicles
- Build prototypes to validate design concepts and identify technical constraints
- Improve reliability and performance of simulation infrastructure
- Collaborate with simulation users to develop new features and enhance user experience
- Maintain software excellence standards and drive continuous improvement
What they're looking for
- C++ development and software design
- Classical physics and mathematics (algebra, calculus, geometry)
- Distributed computing systems and networking protocols
- Memory management and CPU scheduling
- Debugging and performance optimization
- Unit testing and software best practices
- ROS2 and Gazebo (open source simulators)
- Problem-solving and independent initiative
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Stock options and Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- 3 weeks paid vacation plus 10+ paid holidays
- Paid parental leave and disability insurance
- Life insurance
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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
Likely interview questions
- Describe your experience developing simulation software and the physics systems you've modeled.
- How have you optimized C++ code for real-time performance constraints?