New Graduate Engineer, GNC- '26/'27 (Starlink)
SpaceX · Redmond, WA
Posted about a month ago · $125,000.00 - $165,000.00
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 33 days SpaceX's roles stay open a median of 45 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- Yes 52% of SpaceX's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at SpaceX
- high 1459 stale, 43 reposted of 2,362 open
- Hiring momentum
- 3062 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-09-17
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from SpaceX's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for SpaceX.
About this role
As a New Graduate Engineer in the GNC team at SpaceX, you will develop and implement guidance, navigation, and control algorithms for the Starlink satellite constellation. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include writing production code in C++ or Python, participating in design reviews, analyzing performance data, and supporting satellite operations to ensure optimal network performance.
- benefits
- 5/5
- freshness
- 3/5
- career value
- 5/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 5/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of SpaceX as an employer.
What you need
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, aerospace, physics or an engineering discipline
- Software development experience in either C++ or Python
- Graduating in the class of 2026 or 2027
Nice to have
- Master's degree or PHD in an engineering discipline or physics
- Developed, debugged and deployed software that has been used in real world applications/projects
- Creative approach to problem solving, exceptional analytical skills and engineering fundamentals
- Cradle to grave development of three axis stabilized spacecraft incorporating momentum, magnetic, and propulsive control
- Strong understanding of orbital mechanics, including low thrust trajectory optimization and stationkeeping
What you get
- Pay Range: Level 1: $125,000.00 - $165,000.00; Level 2: $145,000.00 - $200,000.00
- Eligibility for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards
- Potential discretionary bonuses
- Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
- Access to a 401(k) retirement plan
Worth weighing
- Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed
- Specific team responsibilities may vary based on hiring needs and qualifications
- No mention of remote work options
- Role may involve high pressure and demanding start-up atmosphere
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Listed by SpaceX on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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