Space Exploration Technologies
Work to advance the course of human history and pave the way to Mars.
SpaceX is a US based advanced technology company founded by residing CEO and CTO, Elon Musk. SpaceX builds rockets and spacecraft from the ground up including cutting edge electronics, software, vehicle structures, and engine systems. The Falcon Launch Vehicle and Dragon Spacecraft programs are some of the most ambitious engineering systems in the world, designed to support our ultimate goals of aviation-like spaceflight capability and making humanity a multi-planet species.
"SpaceX is like Special Forces… we do the missions that others think are impossible. We have goals that are absurdly ambitious, but we're going to make them happen. We have the potential here at SpaceX to have an incredible effect on the future of humanity and life itself."
– Elon Musk
If you’re undaunted by the impossible, actively seek out insanely challenging projects under tight schedules, and want to work with a remarkable organization pushing the envelope of human exploration, then you will want to be part of the SpaceX legacy.
We are actively seeking the brightest minds from all industries and technologies to continue building our world class team. Please visit spacex.com for additional information.
Senior Software Engineer (LabVIEW)
Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, test, and implement the software systems used to launch, command, and monitor the SpaceX family of Falcon Launch Vehicles and Dragon Spacecraft
- Develop applications critical to all launch and mission operations at SpaceX
- Provide on-console support during vehicle launch and critical on-orbit activities
- Assist with development and maintenance of all ground and mission simulators
- Maintain and upgrade the PXI/LabVIEW systems that control launch pad equipment
Basic Qualifications:
- BS in Computer Science or related field of study
- 2+ years of LabVIEW programming experience
- Must be highly technical and detail oriented
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
Preferred Skills and Experience:
- Demonstrated project experience developing large LabVIEW programs using object oriented programming techniques; Must have used LabVIEW as a true programming environment
- Must have a strong fundamental understanding of basic computer networking (TCP/IP, UDP, Firewalls, VPN)
- Ability to learn new skills, languages and applications quickly (C++, MATLAB, JavaScript, STK, etc.)
- Must be able to work quickly and accurately in highly stressful environment during critical Launch and Mission Operations
- Ability to work in a team environment is essential; this includes following style guides, version control, issue tracking and code reviews
- Must be comfortable working in deadline driven environments with aggressive timelines; typical 50+ hour work weeks
Additional Requirements:
- Ability to travel as required; travel will be less than 10% of the time to common destinations including Houston (NASA Johnson Space Center), McGregor (SpaceX Test Site in Texas), Cape Canaveral (SpaceX East Coast Launch Site), and Vandenberg (SpaceX West Coast Launch Site)
ITAR Requirements:
- To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resource Department at (310) 363-6000.
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