Electrical Engineer • Mid-Level

Who you are

You have a strong background in electrical engineering with experience in designing and developing electronics for complex systems. You demonstrate extreme ownership through detailed and thorough design, hardware bring-up, characterization, testing, and requirements generation. You thrive in a fast-paced environment and are comfortable tackling previously unsolved or unknown problems. You possess excellent problem-solving skills and can think at a system level to ensure that your designs are viable. You are a team player who enjoys collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams to drive projects to success.

Desirable

Experience with satellite communication systems or aerospace applications is a plus. Familiarity with rapid prototyping and testing methodologies will help you excel in this role. You are also encouraged to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we value curiosity and a growth mindset.

What you'll do

As an Electrical Design Engineer on the Starshield team, you will rapidly design, develop, and test highly reliable electronics for communicating with satellites. You will drive electrical architecture and ensure that your designs meet the rigorous standards required for government use. Your responsibilities will include hardware bring-up and characterization, as well as testing to validate performance against specifications. You will work closely with other engineers and teams to ensure that your designs integrate seamlessly into larger systems. You will also be involved in the entire lifecycle of the hardware, from initial concept through to on-orbit troubleshooting. Your role will require you to explore innovative solutions and push the limits of what is possible in the field of aerospace technology.

What we offer

At SpaceX, you will be part of a mission-driven team that is dedicated to enabling human life on Mars. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. You will work in a collaborative environment that encourages innovation and teamwork. Join us in our quest to revolutionize space technology and make a significant impact on the future of humanity.