Lead Materials Engineer Starlink

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible with the ultimate goal ofenabling human life on Mars.

LEAD MATERIALS ENGINEER (STARLINK)

SpaceX is developing a lowlatency broadband internet system to meet the needs of consumers across the globe. Enabled by a constellation of low Earth orbit satellites Starlink will provide fast reliable internet to populations with little or no connectivity including those in rural communities and places where existing services are too expensive or unreliable.

As a Lead Engineer within the Materials Engineering department you will lead a technical team responsible for developing qualifying and implementing optimized material / process solutions across the Starlink satellite system which align with programmatic goals for reliability performance and cost. This position includes leadership of the Redmond materials characterization lab and lab personnel.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead a team of engineers focused on rapid development and of material and process improvements for Starlink hardware (includes recruitment effective resource allocation performance evaluations and growth management)
• Provide expertise and guidance to the engineering staff as it relates to materials selection testing and analysis for electronic materials polymers coatings joining/forming techniques and space environmental effects
• Investigate opportunities for improving existing processes equipment and technology for attaining organizational cost reduction and continuous improvements
• Conduct and direct handson laboratory testing and rigorous failure analysis of flight hardware and raw stock materials
• Perform prototype process trials materials analysis and properties characterization
• Develop technologically advanced materials or processes that enhance product performance
• Work with external vendors to establish process control of existing designs and identify new opportunities for product development and improvement
• Be proactive and forward thinking with respect to team growth and department/company strategy

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree in material science materials engineering mechanical engineering chemical engineering or physics
• 5 years of professional experience with electronic materials polymers coatings joining technologies (bonding welding brazing soldering)
• 1 years leading or mentoring technical team members

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Masters degree or PhD in material science materials engineering mechanical engineering chemical engineering or physics
• Strong desire to mentor and develop team members
• Experience leading a technical team
• Experience in characterization techniques and equipment including SEMEDS FTIR DSC TGA LFA rheometry optical microscopy hardness testers crosssection sample preparation and mechanical property testing
• Demonstrated track record of success in a rapidly growing fastpaced and highly competitive environment
• Experience with technical review of materials processing and a sound understanding of the interaction between process variables and the resulting material performance
• Handson experience in a highproduction manufacturing environment
• Personality and drive to execute in a spy entrepreneurial environment that operates under tight timelines and aggressive schedules
• Effective written and interpersonal communication skills
• Capable of interacting with and conveying concepts within all level of our organization

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:
Lead: $125000.00 $175000.00/per year

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a casebycase basis and may vary based on the following considerations: jobrelated knowledge and skills education and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for longterm incentives in the form of company stock stock options or longterm cash awards as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical vision and dental coverage access to a 401(k) retirement plan short and longterm disability insurance life insurance paid parental leave and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Company shuttles are offered to employees for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident (aka green card holder) (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157 or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158 or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

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