Electrical Design Engineer, Satellites (Starlink)

The Electrical Design Engineer, Satellites role at SpaceX involves ownership over the entire life-cycle of hardware for Starlink, focusing on electrical, mechanical, thermal analysis, software, and antenna/RF engineering.

• Rapidly develop high-reliability electronics for satellites and spacecraft.
• Drive system trades, requirements capture, component selection, analysis, schematic capture, PCB layout, prototyping, hardware bring-up, debugging, documentation, manufacturing, test, and on-orbit performance of complex electrical designs.
• Support hardware through production, satellite integration, and flight.
• Collaborate with engineers from adjacent disciplines to deliver integrated, high-performance hardware.
• Challenge assumptions and approach problems with an open mind.
• Participate in the design, development, and success of avionics systems and payload hardware.
• Engage in full life-cycle development of new hardware products.

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or physics.
• 1+ years of experience designing circuits, electronic products, or hardware.
• Preferred: Master’s degree in electrical engineering or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in designing and delivering reliable products.
• Strong understanding of mixed-signal circuit boards and relevant technologies.
• Experience in testing, troubleshooting, and debugging electronics.
• Ability to work in a highly cross-functional role and meet critical deadlines.