Ground Software Engineer, LabVIEW (Falcon & Dragon)
SpaceX
3 months ago
Hawthorne, CA, USA
Entry Level / Mid Level
Base Salary
$120k - $145k/yr
Responsibilities
- Develop new and optimize existing software codebases and systems for Falcon and Dragon programs.
- Own the entire software lifecycle, including deployment, maintenance, and end-user support.
- Configure and optimize automated testing and deployment systems for over 200 ground software systems.
- Provide software technical support during vehicle launches and critical on-orbit activities.
- Maintain and upgrade DAQ/LabVIEW systems for launch pads and recovery vessels.
- Analyze test results and bugs requiring in-depth investigations.
- Interface with external customers and agencies, managing relationships and mission requirements.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or a related field, or 4+ years of professional software engineering experience.
- 1+ years of experience with LabVIEW software development.
- Familiarity with source code control systems.
- Knowledge of programming languages such as C, C++, or Rust.
- Experience with scripting languages like Python, PowerShell, or bash.
- Experience controlling DAQ hardware.
- Ability to work quickly and accurately in a fast-paced environment.
Benefits
- Access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company matching.
- Short and long-term disability insurance and life insurance.
- Paid parental leave and 3 weeks of paid vacation.
- Eligibility for long-term incentives, including stock options and bonuses.
- Various discounts and perks.
Tech Stack
BashCC++PowerShellPythonRust
Categories
BackendSecurityTesting