SpaceX - Software Engineer, Hardware Test & Automation (Starlink)
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Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or STEM discipline; OR 2+ years of professional experience in software development in lieu of a degree • Development experience in Python and/or C, C++ • Computer science degree • Extensive knowledge of Linux and Windows operating systems, with a thorough knowledge of computer architecture and networks • Experience with configuration management and version control software • Experience with continuous integration and agile development • Experience automating processes and testing to improve manufacturing yields and reduce production time • Experience developing application, test, or automation software in an interdisciplinary environment • Experience with control feedback loop design and implementation • Experience with numerical analysis techniques and signal processing in multiple domains • Extensive knowledge with a range of digital and analog interfaces including GPIB, USB, VISA, TCP/IP, VLAN, CAN bus, SPI, I2C, Modbus, analog-to-digital conversion • Experience troubleshooting interactions between software and hardware such as network devices and lab instrumentation • Experience with high power electrical systems, electro-mechanical systems and embedded hardware product development • Experience with gathering and organizing data using tools such as SQL or interacting with REST APIs • Experience with HTML/CSS for creating web applications and creating dashboards with tools such as grafana • Strong software design and development skills • Experience designing fault tolerant, distributed, or real-time systems • Cross-context test design skills, ranging from simple unit tests through to integrated hardware-in-the-loop regression and exploratory tests • Experience working with spacecraft, automotive, or other industrial hardware, such as high-powered electrical systems and ground-support equipment • Ability to work independently or in a team, take initiative, and communicate effectively in a solution-oriented manner • Solid fundamental knowledge of networks, electronics, RF communications, optics, math, and physics • Strong skills in troubleshooting, debugging, and performance optimization • Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with changing needs and requirements • Willing to work extended hours and weekends when needed • To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
Responsibilities
• Develop modular, reusable test and automation software in Python and similar languages for manufacturing and engineering design verification • Write automation software to interact with flight hardware, test equipment, instrumentation, and production documentation systems • Develop software that allows for test execution across multiple environments: hardware-in-the-loop (HITL, HIL) and virtualized hardware simulations • Develop custom automation solutions to engineering and manufacturing challenges using a combination of embedded electronics and innovative hardware • Develop algorithms to analyze complex test data to determine if components have met acceptance criteria • Maintain and troubleshoot existing automation infrastructure and work with partner teams to determine and correct root cause of failures • Define and implement project plans, manage milestones and hold reviews to assure reliable test systems are delivered to production • Invent tools that enable more frequent and reliable software deployment, test execution, and data analysis as part of a continuous integration and release system
Benefits
• Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. • Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees in Washington State accrue paid sick time in compliance with state and federal law. Company shuttles are offered to employees for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday.
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