Lead Software Engineer, Flight Systems - Top Secret ClearanceActive$230K

The opportunity

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

What you'll do

  • Own the outcomes and delivery of a software engineering team developing: simulation and flight software, automated testing of vehicle subsystems and supporting ground software

  • Manage technical results, performance evaluations, and professional growth for all your reports

  • Develop and maintain a roadmap with clear, achievable short-term and long-term goals

  • Foster a culture of excellence, emphasizing high-quality work, peer support,: and cross-functional collaboration

  • Identify and eliminate roadblocks, empower team ownership, and motivate individuals to succeed

  • Lead architecture discussions, design decisions, and code reviews

What they're looking for

  • Ensure adherence to software development processes and industry best practices
  • Oversee all phases of software development, from design and implementation to: testing, mission integration, and operations
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, mathematics, computer engineering, or electrical engineering
  • + years of experience in software development, developing applications in C++ and Python