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Sr. Software Engineer, Components Test (Starshield)

Hawthorne, CAFull-time$165k2026-07-09 → 2026-11-10
Citizens or permanent residents only

Core

Design and develop test software infrastructure to validate the performance of advanced spacecraft components in extreme environments for national security missions.

Role type

Senior IC software engineer (test & automation)

Builds

Test and automation software infrastructure for flight control devices and mechanisms

Domain

Aerospace / National Security / Satellite Systems

Required skills

Python, C, C++, embedded electronics, algorithm development, data analysis, project management

Preferred skills

Linux/Windows, networking protocols, configuration management, CI/Agile, control feedback loops, signal processing, digital/analog interfaces, spacecraft fluid systems, high power electrical systems, electro-mechanical systems, embedded hardware product development

Responsibilities

Develop modular, reusable test and automation software; Write automation software to interact with flight hardware and instrumentation; Develop custom automation solutions for engineering and manufacturing challenges; Develop algorithms to analyze complex test data; Maintain and troubleshoot existing automation infrastructure; Define and implement project plans to deliver reliable test systems

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC