Propulsion Software Engineer: AI & Automation for Merlin
starlinkHawthorne (CA)
Propulsion Software Engineer: AI & Automation for Merlin
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starlinkHawthorne (CA)
Software DevelopersGuided Missile and Space Vehicle Propulsion Unit and Propulsion Unit Parts Manufacturing
SENIORITY
Mid
About the role
SpaceX is seeking a Propulsion Software Engineer in Falcon Engineering to build automation and AI tools that accelerate engine design, test, and flight operations. You will own end-to-end solutions, from scoping with engineers to deployment and monitoring in a flight-critical setting. Ideal candidates combine hands-on hardware experience with software development in Python/C++. Experience with engines, fluid systems, and propulsion cycles is highly valued.
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