Electrical Hardware Engineer Optics, Satellites (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.

ELECTRICAL HARDWARE ENGINEER- OPTICS SATELLITES (STARLINK)

As an Electrical Engineer on the Starlink Optics teamyoullhave ownership over the entirelife cycleof the hardware that enables this connectivity and sits at the intersection of electrical mechanical optical thermal analysis and software teams. Our team focuses on the design ofcutting-edgesatellite-based imaging systems free-space optical communication systems and high-speed fiber optic transceiversfor Starlinks LEOandlunar satellites. Common design challenges range from image sensor integration high-speed SERDES sensitive analog circuitry electro-opticalcomponentintegration power electronics and embedded system design.Your work will include everything from system design and schematic capture to PCB layout oversight; as well as hardware troubleshooting to driving requirements for the underlying silicon and complete product production and test. This also includes driving successful business outcomes across interdisciplinary subsystems of the satellite inclusive of mechanical and software engineering peers among other engineering disciplines.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Rapidly develop high-reliability electronics for satellites and spacecraft.
• Drive system trades requirements capturecomponentselection analysis schematic capture PCB layout prototyping hardware bring-up debugging documentation manufacturing test and on-orbit performance of complex electrical designs
• Get hands-on and support hardware through production satellite integration and flight
• Work closely with engineers from adjacent disciplines (mechanical optical thermal software test engineering supply chain etc.) to deliver tightly integrated high-performance hardware
• Challenge assumptions question requirements learn from your mistakes and approach problems with an open mind

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree in electrical engineering computer engineeringphysicsor other STEM degree
• 1 years of experience designing circuits electronic products or hardware (internships/co-ops can apply)

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Masters degree in electrical engineering computer engineering or similar engineering degree
• 2 years of professional experience rapidly designing and deliveringhighly reliableproducts
• 2 years of electronic product experience designing hardware from concept through production; strong emphasis on full life-cycle development of new hardware products and not small incremental updates to legacy hardware
• 2 years of experience designing and implementing mixed-signal circuit boards from concept through production using processors FPGAs GPUs Ethernet multi-GHz Serdes DRAM interfaces (DDR4) I2C SPI operational amplifiers analog to digital and digital to analog convertersphotodiode laser diodeandpower supply components
• 2 years of professional experience testing troubleshooting and debugging electronics
• Strong understanding of computers and programming languages (Python C/C)
• Demonstrated ability to work in a highly cross-functional role
• 2 years working on aerospace systems

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work extended hours and weekends as necessary to support critical hardware test and production milestones
• Travel to vendors and other SpaceX sites as needed

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 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 in Washington State accrue paid sick time in compliance with state and federal law. 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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