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Software Engineer (Dynamics)

SpaceX is a space exploration company developing technologies to enable human life on Mars.
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Entry-Level Software Engineer
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5,000+ Employees
1+ year of experience
Space

Description For Software Engineer (Dynamics)

SpaceX is seeking a Software Engineer to join their Starship Dynamics team, focusing on dynamic and vibration analyses for the revolutionary Starship vehicle. This role combines software engineering with aerospace engineering, where you'll create and maintain critical analysis tools that directly impact vehicle development. The position involves working with structural dynamics, flight data processing, model correlation, and engine dynamics.

As a Software Engineer on the Dynamics team, you'll be responsible for developing robust, scalable software solutions that enable efficient dynamics analyses and automation of various processes. This role requires a unique blend of software development skills and engineering knowledge, making it perfect for someone passionate about both coding and aerospace engineering.

The ideal candidate should have a strong foundation in Python programming, with experience or interest in engineering-based simulation and aerospace environments. You'll be working with cutting-edge technology and contributing directly to SpaceX's mission of enabling human life on Mars. The role offers the opportunity to work on one of the most advanced spacecraft ever developed, alongside some of the industry's best engineers.

Working at SpaceX means being part of a team that's pushing the boundaries of space technology. The company offers a dynamic, fast-paced environment where your work will have a direct impact on the development of Starship, humanity's first fully reusable transportation system capable of carrying crew and cargo to the Moon, Mars, and beyond.

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Responsibilities For Software Engineer (Dynamics)

  • Implement tools for dynamics analysis for the Starship vehicle
  • Create and maintain a cutting-edge software platform to reliably execute and manage large processing tasks
  • Build highly robust software that is scalable for many analysis teams
  • Work with analysis groups to automate processes to support quick development iteration
  • Provide software support for test and launch operations

Requirements For Software Engineer (Dynamics)

Python
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, physics, mathematics, mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering or other engineering discipline
  • 1+ years of development experience with Python, Javascript, and/or SQL (internships and school projects experience qualify)
  • Background in physics or engineering-based simulation
  • Knowledge of dynamics and aerospace environments
  • Strong Python skills
  • Experience with Kubernetes
  • Experience with full stack software development
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Familiarity with MATLAB

Benefits For Software Engineer (Dynamics)

Visa Sponsorship
  • ITAR requirements - must be US citizen, permanent resident, refugee, or asylee
  • Equal Opportunity Employer

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