Sr. Firmware Engineer, Sensors (Avionics) at SpaceX
Hawthorne, CA 90250
About the Job
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.SR
FIRMWARE ENGINEER, SENSORS (AVIONICS)The sensors development team works to design, test, and manufacture high-performance electronic sensors for the world's most advanced launch vehicles and spacecraft
The team is responsible for end-to-end development of application-specific sensor products to support critical rocket and spacecraft operations, systems, and control loops including propulsion, guidance, navigation, control, and environmental systems
We are seeking an experienced firmware engineer to support the development of advanced sensors. RESPONSIBILITIES:Responsible for architecting and developing firmware and algorithms for various sensorsResponsible for reviewing and testing sensor firmware on a collaborative development teamPrototyping and implementation in C++, C, and PythonInterface with and/or program microcontrollers for signal measurement, signal processing, and feedback controlDesign, simulate, and field test feedback control loops to support sensor applicationsBASIC QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or computer science5+ years of experience with electronic test equipment5+ years of experience developing firmware for microcontrollersPREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:Master's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or computer science5+ years of experience developing firmwareExcellent communication and teamwork skillsKnowledge of various sensing technologies available and experience developing firmware for such sensorsExperience with RTOS and interrupt-driven firmware developmentADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:Extended hours and weekend work may be required to support critical project and mission milestonesMust be willing to travel < 20%COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay Range: Sensor Firmware Development Engineer /Senior: $160,000.00 - $220,000.00/per year 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
Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.ITAR REQUIREMENTS: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
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at
Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.SR
FIRMWARE ENGINEER, SENSORS (AVIONICS)The sensors development team works to design, test, and manufacture high-performance electronic sensors for the world's most advanced launch vehicles and spacecraft
The team is responsible for end-to-end development of application-specific sensor products to support critical rocket and spacecraft operations, systems, and control loops including propulsion, guidance, navigation, control, and environmental systems
We are seeking an experienced firmware engineer to support the development of advanced sensors. RESPONSIBILITIES:Responsible for architecting and developing firmware and algorithms for various sensorsResponsible for reviewing and testing sensor firmware on a collaborative development teamPrototyping and implementation in C++, C, and PythonInterface with and/or program microcontrollers for signal measurement, signal processing, and feedback controlDesign, simulate, and field test feedback control loops to support sensor applicationsBASIC QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or computer science5+ years of experience with electronic test equipment5+ years of experience developing firmware for microcontrollersPREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:Master's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or computer science5+ years of experience developing firmwareExcellent communication and teamwork skillsKnowledge of various sensing technologies available and experience developing firmware for such sensorsExperience with RTOS and interrupt-driven firmware developmentADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:Extended hours and weekend work may be required to support critical project and mission milestonesMust be willing to travel < 20%COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay Range: Sensor Firmware Development Engineer /Senior: $160,000.00 - $220,000.00/per year 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
Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.ITAR REQUIREMENTS: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
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at
(310) 363-6000
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