What does a software engineer do at SpaceX?

Software engineers at SpaceX develop the code that can launch rockets and spacecraft, optimize a satellite constellation capable of delivering internet almost anywhere on earth, or allow us to manufacture advanced hardware quickly and reliably.

How many software engineers are in SpaceX?

At SpaceX we have 4 separate software teams: The Flight Software team is about 35 people.

What can you do with a degree in aerospace engineering?

Aerospace engineers also choose a specialty within the field such as instrumentation, communication, navigation and control, design, guidance or production methods, among others. For example, one aerospace engineer may design a military helicopter, while another aerospace engineer may develop solutions to fix a satellite in space.

What kind of companies hire aerospace engineers?

Aerospace engineers may be employed by a variety of businesses and agencies, including: 1 Aerospace companies 2 Airlines 3 Research and development organizations 4 Contract agencies 5 Consulting firms 6 The military 7 Government agencies 8 Colleges and universities

What does a systems engineer do?

As a systems engineer, you’ll be responsible for building technology with a wide range of uses, from collecting threat information to protecting infrastructure to monitoring the climate. Data will be at the center of your job, and you’ll often work with software development teams to build software that helps improve aircraft function.

Is open-source software the best solution for aerospace applications?

One might be tempted to say that open-source software would solve this problem for aerospace applications as the code is often good and designed for reuse. But as Johnson pointed out in the Question and Answer session, open-source libraries are used very seldom for mission-critical software applications as in SpaceX missions.