Sr. Electrical Design Engineer, Gateways & Cust... @ SpaceX
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Overview
SpaceX is revolutionizing space exploration with its mission to enable human life on Mars. The Starlink team provides fast, reliable internet through an extensive satellite constellation and high-volume consumer hardware.
Role Summary
As a Sr. Electrical Design Engineer on the Starlink team, you will own the development of customer-facing products including Starlink dishes, user terminals, Wi-Fi routers, and advanced gateways. You will work closely with cross-functional teams and support hardware through production, integration, and flight.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and test reliable electronics for satellite communications.
- Collaborate with software, mechanical, thermal, manufacturing, and production teams.
- Drive system trades, schematic capture, PCB layout, prototyping and debugging.
- Support hardware during production, satellite integration and flight.
- Improve designs using data analysis from orbit and lab testing.
- Challenge assumptions to find simple solutions for complex problems.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related discipline.
- 5+ years of experience designing circuits or electronic products.
Preferred Skills & Experience
- Master’s degree in electrical or computer engineering.
- 8+ years of experience in hardware design from concept to production.
- Experience with mixed-signal circuit boards and relevant components.
- Proficiency in testing, troubleshooting and debugging electronics.
- Knowledge of programming languages such as Python and C/C++.
Additional Requirements & ITAR
Applicants must meet ITAR requirements and be a U.S. citizen, national, green card holder, refugee, or asylee. Extended hours or weekends may be required for mission critical deadlines.
Diversity & Equal Opportunity
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is based on merit, competence, and qualifications.
Contact Information
For accommodations or to review SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan, please contact EEOCompliance@spacex.com.
Key skills/competency
- Electrical Design
- Hardware Engineering
- PCB Layout
- Mixed-Signal Design
- Satellite Communications
- Prototyping
- Debugging
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Data Analysis
- ITAR Compliance
How to Get Hired at SpaceX
🎯 Tips for Getting Hired
- Customize Your Resume: Emphasize hardware design and cross-functional skills.
- Highlight ITAR Experience: Detail compliance knowledge in your application.
- Research SpaceX Culture: Understand their mission and innovation focus.
- Prepare for Technical Interviews: Review electronics, PCB layout, and prototyping challenges.