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Join SpaceX as a Senior Software Engineer, where you will be at the forefront of designing and developing software that powers our Starship spacecraft. You will collaborate with a team of talented engineers and contribute to groundbreaking projects that push the boundaries of space exploration.

At SpaceX, we believe that a future where humanity explores the stars is more thrilling than one where we do not. We are on the cutting edge of developing technologies that make this vision a reality, with the ultimate aim of establishing human life on Mars.SOFTWARE ENGINEER - DISPLAYS SOFTWARE (STARSHIP)As a vital member of the Displays team within the Starship program, you will play a critical role in enhancing our operational capabilities as we increase our flight frequency and manage multiple vehicles in orbit. You will design user interfaces and backend systems that empower vehicle operators to control launch pads and vehicles, assist engineering teams in monitoring system performance, and provide astronauts with essential insights into vehicle health and mission trajectories. Your work will focus on creating seamless user experiences with elegant designs while minimizing software complexity. Your contributions will directly support our mission to return humans to the moon and explore the final frontier.

At SpaceX, we believe in a future where humanity boldly explores the stars. We are at the forefront of developing groundbreaking technologies that will enable human life on Mars. Join our innovative team as a Software Engineer in the Flight Software department, where you will play a pivotal role in designing, developing, and testing software that powers SpaceX's advanced flight systems. Your work will directly contribute to the operation and simulation of our Starship spacecraft and Super Heavy rocket, ensuring the success of missions to Earth orbit, the Moon, Mars, and beyond. Collaborate with talented engineers across various disciplines to troubleshoot and enhance software across all levels of our stack, from applications to firmware. If you are a motivated and intelligent engineer who thrives on challenges and is eager to make a significant impact in the aerospace industry, we want to hear from you.

At SpaceX, we believe in a future where humanity explores the cosmos, and we are dedicated to creating the technology to make this vision a reality. Our ultimate aim is to enable human life on Mars.SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER, FLIGHT SYSTEMS FOR STARSHIPJoin our innovative team as we develop the Starship spacecraft and Super Heavy rocket, designed as the world’s most powerful reusable transportation system capable of carrying crew and cargo to Earth orbit, the Moon, Mars, and beyond. This groundbreaking vehicle will redefine space travel and exploration.As a Senior Software Engineer on the Starship Software team, you will be responsible for the design, development, and testing of cutting-edge software that controls and simulates our flight systems. Collaborating with fellow engineers across software and hardware disciplines, you will work on all levels of our technology stack, including application, operating system, networking, firmware, and simulation, to drive our mission forward.Aerospace experience is not a prerequisite for success in this role; we seek intelligent, motivated, and collaborative engineers who are passionate about problem-solving and eager to contribute to an inspiring mission.

At SpaceX, we believe that a future where humanity explores the cosmos is infinitely more thrilling than one where we remain earthbound. We are on a mission to develop groundbreaking technologies that facilitate this vision, with our ultimate goal being the establishment of human life on Mars.SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER - SECURITY (STARSHIP)Our Starship spacecraft and Super Heavy rocket, collectively known as Starship, represent the pinnacle of reusable transportation systems, engineered to transport crew and cargo to Earth orbit, the Moon, Mars, and beyond. Starship is poised to become the most powerful launch vehicle ever created, capable of carrying over 100 metric tons to Earth orbit.As a Senior Software Engineer on the Starship Software team, you will play a crucial role in defining and constructing the security infrastructure that safeguards Starship vehicles, launch pads, operator UIs, and communications links against unauthorized access, data tampering, denial-of-service attacks, and other threats. You will collaborate closely with the broader software engineering team to implement and uphold secure software development practices. We are seeking candidates with a proven track record of delivering reliable software and a comprehensive understanding of modern Internet security designs, including the cryptographic fundamentals involved. You can see the broader perspective, prioritize effectively, and are comfortable working across various levels of abstraction. Ideally, you possess exceptional skills in one or more of the following areas:Secure Software Development Life CycleApplied CryptographyNetwork SecurityOperating System SecuritySecure/Authenticated BootIncident Response and Adversary DetectionVulnerability ResearchSuccess in this role requires adaptability, clear communication, and the ability to foster productive relationships with other engineering teams. If you are passionate about building high-quality products, thrive on the challenges posed by adversaries, and aspire to make an impact on an interplanetary scale, you will thrive in our environment.

Join SpaceX as a Software Engineer focused on designing software for our revolutionary Starship program. In this pivotal role, you will collaborate with a talented team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of space exploration.

At SpaceX, we believe in a future where humanity explores the stars, and we are dedicated to making this vision a reality. Our mission is to develop groundbreaking technologies that will enable human life on Mars and beyond.Join Us as a PCB Designer for the Starship Program!The Starship team is at the forefront of transforming orbital flight and space travel, paving the way for humanity to reach new frontiers and become a multi-planetary species. We design and manufacture some of the most sophisticated electronics ever deployed in space, achieving unprecedented cost and efficiency in the aerospace industry. Be part of our dynamic hardware development team, collaborate with talented engineers, and contribute to ambitious projects that will shape the future of civilization!As a PCB Designer within the Starship team, you will take the lead in creating layouts for our custom in-house circuit boards. This role requires close collaboration with Hardware Development Engineers to refine schematics, provide insights during design reviews, and iterate on designs to achieve optimal solutions. You will work on a diverse array of projects, from radio phased arrays to power converters and beyond.

At SpaceX, we envision a future where humanity is exploring the cosmos and pushing the boundaries of possibility. We are committed to turning this vision into reality by developing groundbreaking technologies that will enable human life on Mars.MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER (STARSHIP COMPONENTS)The Propulsion Components team at SpaceX is responsible for crafting the most advanced spacecraft and launch vehicle components globally. As part of this innovative group, you will serve as a hardware expert on essential flow and position control devices, which are pivotal for the Starship/Super Heavy Vehicle's performance—from regulators and butterfly valves to flap actuators. Your role will involve designing, developing, and characterizing components that emphasize simplicity, manufacturability, and reliability in extreme conditions, with temperatures varying from 80 to 800 K and pressures exceeding 800 bar. In this position, you will leverage your expertise and creativity to devise cutting-edge solutions in space technology, while managing your projects and collaborating with hardware/systems and manufacturing teams. You will play a significant role in vehicle architecture trades and lead design and flight readiness efforts for Starship, the vehicle set to make humanity multi-planetary.

At SpaceX, we believe in a thrilling future where humanity explores the stars. Our mission is to develop innovative technologies that will enable human life on Mars. SENIOR PCB DESIGNER (STARSHIP)Join our Starship team, dedicated to revolutionizing orbital flight and space travel, and enabling humankind to establish new frontiers in space. We are building some of the most advanced electronics ever flown in space, achieving unprecedented cost and production rates in the aerospace industry. If you're ready to tackle challenges and contribute to making our civilization multi-planetary, this is the place for you!As a PCB Designer on the Starship team, you will play a pivotal role by creating layouts for our in-house board designs. This involves close collaboration with Hardware Development Engineers as they develop schematics, offering your expertise and recommendations during design reviews, and iterating designs to achieve optimal solutions. Your contributions will encompass a diverse range of designs, from radio phased arrays to power converters and beyond.

Oligo is pioneering a revolutionary manufacturing-in-the-loop model to fully automate spacecraft design and production on a global scale. Our innovative approach enables clients to concentrate on their unique technologies and mission goals, while we manage the entire process—from design and manufacturing to launch and operations. Utilizing advanced AI-driven generative design and automated manufacturing, our exceptional team, comprised of experts from MIT, Harvard, and NASA JPL, is committed to rapidly producing high-performance, payload-specific spacecraft in just weeks instead of months.With renowned advisors guiding our vision and substantial backing from leading investors like Lux Capital, we are continually seeking outstanding builders, quick learners, and ambitious engineers. Regardless of whether your expertise lies in spacecraft systems, avionics, ML/AI, or advanced manufacturing, you'll have the opportunity to collaborate across disciplines on real missions that will be launched, perform in orbit, and scale internationally.At Oligo, we combine elite AI/ML talent with premier satellite engineers under one roof to redefine how space systems are constructed from the ground up. Expect a work environment characterized by creativity, agility, and a lack of bureaucracy.If you believe you are a match for this role, we are eager to connect with you.Role OverviewOligo is developing an integrated infrastructure that streamlines automated spacecraft design and manufacturing. Our AI software suite, Zenith, transforms raw mission specifications into flight-ready spacecraft through a series of agentic AI systems, embedded simulations, and hardware-in-the-loop validations.We are looking for a Software Engineer proficient in ML/AI to enhance our core algorithms for generative design, simulation-aware geometry creation, and multi-domain system optimization. You will collaborate with spacecraft engineers and flight software developers to create AI that not only simulates reality but actively designs it.This role is ideal for early-career engineers who are eager to apply advanced AI technologies to tangible hardware projects. You will gain knowledge in spacecraft engineering, astrodynamics, and manufacturability by developing models that have a direct impact on our satellites' performance.What You'll DoDevelop and implement vision-language models (VLMs) that convert technical documents, datasheets, and system specifications into structured entities, streamlining our design processes.

At SpaceX, we believe in a future where humanity explores the stars, and we are actively developing groundbreaking technologies to make this vision a reality, with the ultimate goal of establishing human life on Mars.SENIOR APPLICATION SOFTWARE ENGINEER - FINANCIAL APPLICATIONSThe Application Software team serves as the heartbeat of SpaceX, creating mission-critical applications that accelerate the production and flight of launch vehicles and supporting the growth of Starlink into a global, fast, and reliable Internet service. We seek engineers who demonstrate respect, collaboration, and support for their teammates.Our team is engaged in the design and evolution of systems to enable rapid construction and reuse of Starship, as well as next-generation manufacturing software for high-throughput factories dedicated to Starlink. Our applications include platforms that manage real-time data from a vast array of always-on assets, overseeing the largest satellite constellation in the world, and public-facing systems allowing customers worldwide to connect to our Starlink network. We collaborate closely with engineers across the company to adapt our systems in response to crewed launches, Starship flights, changes to the Starlink network, and more.Aerospace experience is not necessary; we prioritize intelligent, motivated, and respectful engineers who are passionate about problem-solving and eager to contribute to an inspiring mission. You will take ownership of challenging problems, working alongside a team of enthusiastic engineers from diverse backgrounds to design and implement solutions that propel SpaceX towards its ambitious goals. The success of our missions hinges on the software developed by you and your team.

Join SpaceX as a Simulation Software Engineer, where you will be at the forefront of groundbreaking aerospace technology. You will be responsible for designing and developing advanced simulation software that plays a critical role in the testing and validation of our spacecraft systems.

Join SpaceX as a Senior Simulation Software Engineer specializing in application software development. In this pivotal role, you'll leverage your expertise to design, develop, and optimize simulation software that is integral to our mission of advancing space exploration and technology. Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the highest performance and reliability in our software systems.

At SpaceX, we envision a future where humanity explores the cosmos, and we are dedicated to making that vision a reality. Our mission is to develop innovative technologies that will enable human life on Mars and beyond.Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Starship ComponentsThe Propulsion Components team at SpaceX is at the forefront of developing the most sophisticated spacecraft and launch vehicle components globally. As a key contributor, you will leverage your expertise in hardware to design flow and position control devices that are essential for the Starship/Super Heavy Vehicle. From regulators to flap actuators, our focus is on creating components that excel in both manufacturability and reliability under extreme conditions, facing temperatures from 80 to 800 K and pressures exceeding 800 bar. In this role, you will have the opportunity to drive innovative solutions in space technology while collaborating with various teams to ensure seamless integration of vehicle hardware and manufacturing processes, leading projects with your analytical, testing, and mechanical design skills. You will play a pivotal role in influencing vehicle architecture and ensuring the design and flight readiness of Starship, the vehicle destined to make humanity multi-planetary.

Join SpaceX as a Software Engineer specializing in simulations for application software. In this dynamic role, you will be instrumental in developing and optimizing simulation software that drives the success of our innovative aerospace projects. Your expertise will contribute to the simulation of complex systems, ensuring accuracy and performance in our cutting-edge technologies.

At SpaceX, we envision a future where humanity explores the cosmos, and we are dedicated to making that vision a reality. Our mission is to develop groundbreaking technologies to facilitate human life on Mars and beyond.SOFTWARE ENGINEER, FLIGHT SOFTWARE C++ (STARSHIELD)Starshield harnesses the power of SpaceX's Starlink technology and launch capabilities to bolster national security initiatives. While Starlink serves the consumer and commercial sectors, Starshield is tailored for government applications, focusing on earth observation, secure communications, and hosted payloads.Join our innovative Starshield software team, where you'll contribute to the creation of resilient in-space mesh networks and secure systems that ensure dependable access to space. We welcome engineers from diverse backgrounds who are eager to bring fresh perspectives and tackle complex challenges. We seek motivated, adaptable, and collaborative individuals who are passionate about making a significant impact through their work.Our team is involved in all phases of vehicle system design and development. We create tools to enhance our efficiency and develop software systems that are secure, reliable, and capable of autonomous operation. As a software engineer, you will oversee the entire software lifecycle, including development, testing, and operational support.

About SpaceX SpaceX pursues new frontiers in space exploration, developing technologies to support human life on Mars and beyond. The team builds and launches hardware that supports missions from satellite deployment to crewed flights to the International Space Station. Role Overview: Manufacturing Engineer, Machining (Starship) This Manufacturing Engineer position focuses on machining for Starship at SpaceX's Hawthorne, CA facility. The role connects engineering and production, shaping both new and existing hardware. The engineer will help guide the design, development, manufacturing, and integration processes for current and next-generation vehicles. What You Will Do Contribute machining expertise to create aerospace hardware for Starship and other vehicles. Work closely with engineering and production to influence hardware design and manufacturing methods. Oversee manufacturing and integration activities for flight hardware.

Join SpaceX as an Application Software Engineer, where you will be responsible for developing and maintaining complex software systems that enhance our mission to make life multi-planetary. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and optimize software solutions that meet the high standards of our aerospace applications.

At Reflect Orbital, we are driven by the passion to innovate and create impactful solutions. We value speed, ownership, and the ability to drive change. If you are excited by these values, we would love to learn about your achievements and contributions across any domain in your life.About the InternshipAt Reflect Orbital, we recognize that talent comes in various forms, irrespective of prior experience. If you're looking for a chance to tackle challenging problems and contribute to the future of humanity, we offer an enriching internship experience.As an intern, you will take on responsibilities similar to those of our full-time team members, with your contributions playing a vital role in the success of our flying constellation.We seek candidates who are not afraid to face challenges without clear solutions, are eager to contribute hands-on, and can commit to at least 12 weeks in person at our Hawthorne, CA office. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, even if you do not meet every requirement.