Software Engineer, Simulation
AeroVectSalary not specified
Full Time
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)
$207,000 – $234,000Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Aerospace, Space TechnologyIndustries
Requirements
- A deep understanding of numerical methods
- A deep understanding of modeling the low-earth-orbit environment and spacecraft systems
- A multi-disciplinary, systems-oriented view of problem-solving
- The ability to resolve complexities elegantly
- The ability to manage many types of users with completely different use cases
- The ability to keep folks on the same page and make steady progress
Responsibilities
- Lead the simulation vision at Muon
- Develop key simulation infrastructure features
- Oversee documentation and tutorials to make sure new users can pick up our sim tools easily
- Coordinate with the various program leads to make the features they need available when they need them
- Oversee the integration of the simulation in other systems: software-in-the-loop, hardware-in-the-loop, operations-in-the-loop, scheduling, maneuver planning, ground system planning, monitoring and mission analysis
- Improve simulation ergonomics (it should keep getting easier over time, not harder)
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What is the salary range for the Staff Software Engineer, Simulation role?
The salary range is $207,000 - $234,000 and will depend on a candidate's skills, geographic location, qualifications, and experience.
What benefits does Muon Space offer?
Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401k retirement plan, short & long term disability and life insurance, plus three weeks paid vacation for new employees. They also provide equity compensation.
Is this position remote or does it require working in the office?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What are the required qualifications for this role?
Required qualifications include a deep understanding of numerical methods and modeling the low-earth-orbit environment and spacecraft systems, a multi-disciplinary systems-oriented view of problem-solving, the ability to resolve complexities elegantly, manage diverse users, and keep teams aligned for steady progress.
What makes a strong candidate for this position?
Strong candidates demonstrate leadership in simulation development, deep expertise in numerical methods and spacecraft modeling, systems-oriented problem-solving, and the ability to manage diverse users and coordinate across teams. Preferred experience includes managing Julia and cloud workflows.
Muon Space
Designs and operates satellite constellations
About Muon Space
Muon Space designs, deploys, and operates satellite constellations to provide Earth Intelligence that helps protect people, the climate, and ecosystems. Their services include creating mission strategies, building satellite systems, and managing these systems using their own AI automation technology. This approach allows them to deliver high performance and reliability while keeping costs low and speeding up satellite launches. Unlike many competitors, Muon Space focuses on understanding and solving their clients' specific needs rather than just selling satellite products. They operate on a pay-as-you-go model, which includes the development and operation of satellite constellations and the data generated from them. The team at Muon Space has significant experience from leading organizations like NASA, Google, and SpaceX, which enhances their capability to deliver valuable insights to clients in areas such as climate change, security, and resource management.
Mountain View, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2021Year Founded
$98.9MTotal Funding
SERIES_BCompany Stage
Consulting, AI & Machine Learning, AerospaceIndustries
51-200Employees