Current jobs related to Lead Software Engineer, Combustion Simulation - Hawthorne, California - SpaceX
-
Hawthorne, California, United States SpaceX Full timeSoftware Engineer, Combustion Modeling SpecialistJoin SpaceX's innovative team as a Software Engineer, Combustion Modeling Specialist. We're seeking a talented engineer to develop cutting-edge combustion simulation software that optimizes and accelerates the design of our Raptor rocket engine.Key Responsibilities:Develop and maintain high-performance...
-
Hawthorne, California, United States SpaceX Full timeJob SummaryJoin SpaceX as a Principal Software Engineer, Combustion Modeling Expert, and contribute to the development of cutting-edge combustion simulation software. Collaborate with a talented team to design and implement advanced simulation tools that accelerate engine development.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain high-performance combustion...
-
Senior Propulsion Engineer
4 weeks ago
Hawthorne, California, United States SpaceX Full timeJob Title: Senior Propulsion Engineer - Combustion ModelingJoin SpaceX, a pioneering company in space exploration, as a Senior Propulsion Engineer - Combustion Modeling. We are seeking a highly skilled engineer to develop high-fidelity combustion simulations for our Raptor rocket engine.Responsibilities:Design and implement advanced combustion numerical...
-
Senior Propulsion Engineer
4 weeks ago
Hawthorne, California, United States SpaceX Full timeJob Title: Senior Propulsion Engineer - Combustion ModelingJoin SpaceX, a pioneering company in space exploration, as a Senior Propulsion Engineer - Combustion Modeling. We are seeking a highly skilled engineer to develop high-fidelity combustion simulations for our Raptor rocket engine.Responsibilities:Develop and implement state-of-the-art features on...
-
Software Engineer, Simulations
1 week ago
Hawthorne, California, United States SpaceX Full timeSimulation Software DeveloperAt SpaceX, we're pushing the boundaries of what's possible with simulation software. As a Simulation Software Developer, you'll design, develop, and test our in-house simulation software supporting all SpaceX flight systems. You'll program the core simulation infrastructure and collaborate on the building of models of fluids,...
-
Senior Software Engineer, Simulations
2 weeks ago
Hawthorne, California, United States SpaceX Full timeJob Title: Senior Software Engineer, SimulationsAt SpaceX, we're pushing the boundaries of what's possible in space exploration. As a Senior Software Engineer on our Simulations team, you'll play a critical role in developing the software that helps us achieve our mission.As a key member of our team, you'll design, develop, and test our in-house simulation...
-
Senior Propulsion Engineer
4 weeks ago
Hawthorne, California, United States SpaceX Full timeJoin SpaceX's Propulsion TeamSpaceX is revolutionizing space travel and exploration, and we're looking for a talented Propulsion Engineer to join our team. As a key member of our Combustion Modeling Development Team, you'll play a critical role in developing cutting-edge combustion simulation software that will help us achieve our goal of making humanity a...
-
Senior Simulation Engineer
3 weeks ago
Hawthorne, California, United States Astrolab Full timeAbout the RoleAstrolab is seeking a highly skilled Senior Simulation Engineer to lead the development and maintenance of cutting-edge simulation software for the FLEX rover. As a key member of our cross-disciplinary team, you will drive the development of simulations for vehicle dynamics, terrain interaction, sensor performance, and environmental factors.Key...
-
Hawthorne, California, United States SpaceX Full timeAt SpaceX, we are pushing the boundaries of space exploration and development. As a Senior Software Engineer for Simulation Development, you will play a critical role in designing, developing, and testing our in-house simulation software supporting all SpaceX flight systems.Key Responsibilities:Develop high-fidelity simulation software for all...
-
Senior Simulation Engineer
6 days ago
Hawthorne, California, United States Astrolab Full timeSimulation Engineer RoleAstrolab is a pioneering company in planetary surface exploration. We are seeking a skilled Simulation Engineer to lead the development and maintenance of cutting-edge simulation software for the FLEX rover.Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain simulation software for the FLEX rover using modern tools and industry best practices....
-
Senior Simulation Engineer
1 week ago
Hawthorne, California, United States Astrolab Full timeSimulation Engineer - Planetary Rover DevelopmentAt Astrolab, we're pushing the boundaries of planetary exploration. As a Senior Simulation Engineer, you'll lead the development and maintenance of cutting-edge simulation software for the FLEX rover. Collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams, you'll drive the development of simulations for vehicle dynamics,...
-
Senior Software Engineer
1 week ago
Hawthorne, California, United States SpaceX Full timeJob Title: Senior Software EngineerSpaceX is seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer to join our team of experts in computational geometry and additive manufacturing. As a key member of our software development team, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing software solutions to accelerate the quality, speed, and...
-
Hawthorne, California, United States SpaceX Full timeJob Title: Senior Software Engineer, Flight Software SystemsJoin SpaceX, a pioneering company in space exploration, as a Senior Software Engineer for Flight Software Systems. In this role, you will design, develop, and test software that controls and simulates SpaceX flight systems.Responsibilities:Develop highly reliable autonomous software systems and...
-
Senior Software Engineer, Space Exploration
2 weeks ago
Hawthorne, California, United States SpaceX Full timeJoin SpaceX as a Sr. Software Engineer, SimulationsAt SpaceX, we're pushing the boundaries of space technology to make humanity a multi-planetary species. As a Sr. Software Engineer, Simulations, you'll play a critical role in developing the simulation software that supports all our flight systems.Key Responsibilities:Design, develop, and test high-fidelity...
-
Hawthorne, California, United States SpaceX Full timeJob Summary:Sr. Software Engineer, Flight Software at SpaceXSpaceX is developing the technologies to make humanity a multiplanetary species. As a Sr. Software Engineer on the Starship Software team, you will design, develop, and test software that is used to control and simulate SpaceX flight systems.Responsibilities:Develop highly reliable autonomous...
-
Senior Software Engineer
2 weeks ago
Hawthorne, California, United States SpaceX Full timeJob SummarySpaceX is seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer to join our team. As a key member of our software development team, you will design, develop, and test key aspects of our in-house solution for analysis, simulation, and prototyping of software in support of all SpaceX flight systems.Responsibilities* Develop full-stack solutions to...
-
Senior Software Engineer
6 days ago
Hawthorne, California, United States SpaceX Full timeJob Title: Senior Software Engineer - Computational GeometryJob Summary:SpaceX is seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer to join our team in Computational Geometry. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for developing and improving our pre-print software platform for metal 3D printing systems.Responsibilities:Own the continual...
-
RF Software Engineer
2 weeks ago
Hawthorne, California, United States SpaceX Full timeJob Title: RF Software EngineerSpaceX is a pioneering company that aims to make humanity a multi-planetary species. We are seeking a highly skilled RF Software Engineer to join our team and contribute to the development of advanced radio frequency systems for our Starshield program.Responsibilities:Design and develop RF systems for low-earth orbit...
-
Senior Software Engineer
2 weeks ago
Hawthorne, California, United States SpaceX Full timeJob Title: Senior Software EngineerAt SpaceX, we are seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer to join our team. As a Senior Software Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and deploying software solutions to accelerate quality, speed, and efficiency of manufacturing processes.Key Responsibilities:Develop and own process...
-
RF Software Engineer
2 weeks ago
Hawthorne, California, United States SpaceX Full timeJob Title: RF Software EngineerJoin SpaceX, a pioneering company in space exploration, as a RF Software Engineer. We are seeking a highly skilled engineer to work on advanced development programs in support of US National Security.About the RoleWe are looking for a talented RF Software Engineer to join our Starshield team. As a member of this team, you will...
Lead Software Engineer, Combustion Simulation
2 months ago
SpaceX is driven by the vision of a future where humanity explores the cosmos, and we are committed to developing the technologies that will make this dream a reality.
Our mission includes the advancement of cutting-edge technologies aimed at enabling human life on Mars.
ROLE OVERVIEW:As a Lead Software Engineer specializing in combustion simulation, you will be instrumental in creating top-tier combustion modeling software that enhances and accelerates the development of the Raptor rocket engine.
Join a team of exceptional engineers, software developers, and analysts dedicated to pioneering simulation capabilities that support the rapid design of the world’s most advanced rocket engines. We face numerous complex challenges that require innovative solutions.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Design and sustain a high-performance, massively parallel combustion simulation software.
- Collaborate with combustion analysts and computer scientists to create advanced simulation tools that expedite engine design.
- Research, assess, and integrate state-of-the-art features on multi-core and GPU hardware to enhance simulation capabilities and performance, driven by an ambitious engine development agenda.
- Engage in all facets of software development as part of a cross-functional team.
- Uphold the highest standards of excellence, striving for continuous improvement with a focus on our goal of reaching Mars.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, mathematics, or a related STEM field with 8+ years of professional software development experience; OR 10+ years of software development experience in lieu of a degree.
- 5+ years of experience in software development using C++.
PREFERRED SKILLS:
- Proven experience in developing and implementing combustion numerical methods.
- Experience in developing concurrent applications (e.g., threading, MPI, CUDA).
- Participation in at least one large-scale software project (over 100,000 lines of code).
- Familiarity with object-oriented software design and functional programming.
- Background in scientific computing, high-performance computing, or mathematics.
- Strong capabilities in debugging, performance optimization, and unit testing.
- Knowledge of Agile software development methodologies, particularly test-driven development and continuous integration.
- Master's degree in computational physics or an engineering discipline is a plus.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Willingness to travel for hardware testing and launches.
- Availability to work extended hours and weekends as necessary.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Salary Range: $200,000 - $270,000 per year.
Your specific level and base salary will be determined based on various factors, including job-related knowledge, skills, education, and experience.
In addition to base salary, you may be eligible for long-term incentives, such as company stock options, cash awards, and potential bonuses, along with the opportunity to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Comprehensive benefits include medical, vision, and dental coverage, a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various discounts and perks.
Employees accrue three weeks of paid vacation and are eligible for ten or more paid holidays each year. Exempt employees are entitled to five days of sick leave annually.
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
To comply with U.S. Government export regulations, applicants must be U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, refugees, or asylees, or must be eligible to obtain the necessary authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment decisions are based on merit, competence, and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally protected status.
