Simulation Software Engineer
Varda Space IndustriesCalifornia, United States • Washington, District of Columbia, United States • Huntsville, Alabama, United States
Posted October 7, 2025
130000 - 193000 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
Varda Space Industries accelerates commercial space infrastructure development, focusing on in-orbit pharmaceutical processing and reliable reentry capsules. By leveraging reusable rockets to reduce costs, Varda enables the manufacture of Earth-bound products like life-saving medications and advanced fiber optics only possible in space. The company's mission is to expand the economic potential of space for the benefit of humanity.
Job Description
Varda is a fast-growing company in the commercial space infrastructure industry, accelerating the development of commercial space infrastructure. They are seeking a Simulation Software Engineer to design, develop, and test simulation software for orbital physics, fluid dynamics, and electronics, ensuring the reliability of spacecraft and reentry systems. This role involves full-life cycle ownership of simulation products, collaboration with engineers, and participation in mission operations.
Requirements
- Develop high-performance simulation software
- Build the tooling required for spacecraft physics modeling
- Collaborate with engineers to prototype designs
- Own all aspects of the simulation products
- Basic knowledge of math and physics
Benefits
- Equity in a fully funded space startup
- 401(k) matching
- Unlimited PTO
- Health insurance
- Lunch and snacks
- Dinners
- Maternity / Paternity leave
