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New Graduate Engineer, Software (Starfall)

SpaceX· Falcon and Dragon Avionics & Software Engineering
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Hawthorne, CA$125k - $160kfull-timePosted 3w ago

About the role

Software Engineer role focusing on design and implementation of software and firmware for avionics systems. Entry-level position targeting graduates (class of 2026/2027) with opportunities to contribute across development, testing, and operational support in a dynamic SpaceX mission-focused environment.

Responsibilities

  • Design and deliver high-quality software and firmware for common processors and micro-controllers
  • Support launch operations
  • Collaborate with peers and customers
  • Bring up and validate devices that communicate-to and fly-in space
  • Analyze test results and bugs which require in-depth investigations
  • Hands-on integration and troubleshooting of flight hardware/software systems
  • Work in a dynamic environment with changing needs, requirements, and challenges

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, data science, engineering, math, physics, or other STEM discipline
  • Professional development experience in C++ or C languages (internship experience is applicable)
  • Graduating in the class of 2026 or 2027

Skills

Required:C++ programmingC programming
Nice to have:Microcontroller developmentComputer architecture & networksLinux and Bash scriptingVerification methodologiesCommunication & documentation

Benefits

  • comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • access to a 401(k) retirement plan
  • short and long-term disability insurance
  • life insurance
  • paid parental leave
  • various other discounts and perks
  • up to 3 weeks of paid vacation and 10+ paid holidays per year
  • paid sick leave as per policy
  • stock-based incentives and Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • discretionary bonuses potential
Last updated Sep 30, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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