Simulation Software Engineer (Aerospace)

TL;DR

Simulation Software Engineer (Aerospace): Create and maintain simulation software infrastructure for 20kW+ spacecraft with an accent on physics-based models of subsystems including propulsion, attitude control, power, and communications. Focus on performing constellation capability analyses, developing rapid deployment tools, and resolving on-orbit anomalies.

Location: Los Angeles, CA. U.S. Person required per ITAR export control regulations.

Salary: $123,000 - $200,000 + equity

Company

Building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown for missions from LEO to deep space, backed by $450M from leading investors.

What you will do

• Develop physics-based software models of spacecraft subsystems including propulsion, attitude control, power, and communications.
• Perform analyses of constellation capabilities and performance to support business and engineering decisions like network coverage and beam planning.
• Create robust tools for rapid deployment of quality code and support integration/testing of subsystems.
• Conduct data analysis and anomaly investigations to resolve on-orbit problems.
• Generalize simulation architecture for testing multiple spacecraft and design many-agent simulations for constellation operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in physics, aerospace/mechanical/electrical engineering, computer science, math, or STEM field, or 3+ years professional experience in software engineering.
• Development experience in Rust, C++, or similar compiled language.
• Experience using scientific Python (NumPy, SciPy), Julia, MATLAB, or similar.
• Coursework or experience in numerical methods, ordinary differential equations, and mechanics.
• Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) per ITAR.

Nice to have

• 3+ years professional experience in software engineering.
• Master’s or PhD in physics, aerospace engineering, or STEM field.
• Experience working in Rust production environments, defining simulation systems, Monte Carlo simulations, linear algebra, controls, orbital mechanics.
• Basic knowledge of electronics, Linux, computer architecture, space communication modeling, CI/CD systems.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, paid parental leave, and many other perks.
• Fast-paced Series C space startup environment with multiple launches planned through 2026-2027.
• Equity in the company; salary based on knowledge, skills, education, and experience.
• Encourages non-traditional career paths and motivated individuals excited about groundbreaking space tech.