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Sr. Software Engineer (starfall)

Location: Hawthorne, California
Work mode: On-site
Type: full time
Listed: Sep 3, 2026

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[ About this role ]

SpaceX is hiring a Sr. Software Engineer for the Starfall Engineering organization in Hawthorne, California. This role involves designing and implementing software and firmware for next-generation avionics systems, ensuring system behavior, and troubleshooting issues. Responsibilities include supporting launch operations, collaborating with peers and customers, and integrating/troubleshooting flight hardware/software.

Skills and focus areas

software design
firmware development
avionics systems
problem solving
testing
troubleshooting
integration
flight hardware
flight software
collaboration
communication

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