Test Engineer (Avionics Test Lab)

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.

TEST ENGINEER (AVIONICS TEST LAB)

The Avionics Test Lab conducts critical environmental stress and functional screening of all electronic hardware before vehicle integration including flight computers power conversion units analog and digital circuit boards FPGAs communication system units and other components. As a Test Engineer you will own the success of both flight hardware through testing and any associated test processes to drive safe high-quality and efficient delivery to SpaceX vehicles.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ownflight hardware through thermal vibration and other screening procedures and serve as the primary contact for any associated issues or stoppages
• Ensure all avionics flight hardware meets SpaceX and customer requirements at the conclusion of the testing process
• Writeautomation software in Python to interact with flight hardware test equipment instrumentation and production documentation
• Troubleshoottest software and modify codebase to adjust test bounds implement fixes and incorporate updates as needed
• Collaboratewith responsible design engineers manufacturing engineers and production teams to solve high-complexity testing challenges
• Drivecontinuous improvement efforts to increase throughput and reduce cost to meet launch targets

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree in engineering computer science or physics
• 1 years of experience in a hardware and/or software testing environment (internship and project experience are applicable)
• 1 years of experience in any of the following languages: Python C# C JavaScript Visual Basic MATLAB and/or LabVIEW

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience with avionics hardware including flight computers gas sensors controllers antennas transmitters receivers and printed circuit board assemblies
• Experience developing object-oriented software and automated test software
• Experience with environmental testing such as thermal vibration shock TVAC and thermal vacuum
• Understanding of electrical schematics and electronics manufacturing to analyze and improve test coverage

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Extended hours and weekend work may be required to support critical project and mission milestones
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time 8 hours minimum
• Must be able to lift and carry equipment to 25 lbs. unassisted

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:
Test Engineer/Level I: $95000.00 - $115000.00/per year
Test Engineer/Level II: $110000.00 - $130000.00/per year

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related 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 long-term incentives in the form of company stock stock options or long-term 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 long-term 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. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual carryover and use requirements of the law.

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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