5 months ago
Hawthorne, CA, USAEntry Level / Mid Level
H1B sponsor
Base Salary
$125k - $175k/yr
Responsibilities
- Maintain and update in-house branches of Linux, Buildroot, and u-boot.
- Support secure boot and runtime security for Linux-based satellite components.
- Maintain spacecraft Ethernet networking and connectivity.
- Develop, deploy, and test spacecraft software update processes.
- Support in-house system-on-chip and peripheral components throughout their lifecycle.
- Develop and support OS/platform-specific test infrastructure and device drivers.
- Receive and evaluate new satellite components and interface with Silicon, Electrical, and Software Engineers to transition hardware from prototype to on-orbit operations.
- Own the complete software lifecycle, including development, testing, and support.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or a scientific discipline, or 2+ years of professional software development experience in lieu of a degree.
- Development experience in C, C++, Python, or Rust.
- Preferred experience with the Linux kernel, networking protocols such as TCP and UDP, computer architecture, secure boot flows, and ARM embedded systems.
- Preferred experience with testing, continuous integration, build, deployment, and continuous monitoring.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret or Top Secret SCI clearance, with a Top Secret clearance required as a condition of employment.
- Must meet ITAR eligibility requirements or be eligible to obtain required authorizations.
- Willingness to work extended hours and weekends as needed.
Benefits
- Base salary ranges from $125,000 to $175,000 per year depending on level and qualifications, excluding other compensation.
- Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage.
- 401(k) retirement plan, disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, discounts, and other perks.
- Three weeks of paid vacation, 10 or more paid holidays, and paid sick leave.
- Full-time role requiring extended hours and weekends as needed; Top Secret security clearance and ITAR eligibility are required.
About SpaceX
SpaceX designs, manufactures, and launches orbital rockets and spacecraft, and operates Starlink, a global satellite internet network for consumers, businesses, and governments. Its revenue comes from commercial and government launch services (Falcon 9/Falcon Heavy, Dragon cargo and crew to the ISS) and subscription broadband with Starlink hardware and service. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Hawthorne, California, the privately held company serves NASA and commercial satellite operators, building most systems in-house.