Electrical Engineer • Mid-Level

Who you are

You have a strong background in electrical engineering with experience in designing and developing high-reliability electronics for aerospace applications. Your expertise includes working with embedded systems, and you are proficient in tools such as Altium Designer and MATLAB. You thrive in interdisciplinary teams and are passionate about contributing to groundbreaking projects that push the boundaries of space exploration. You understand the importance of optimizing designs for both performance and cost, and you are committed to delivering innovative solutions that meet the rigorous demands of space travel.

You possess excellent problem-solving skills and can think critically about complex systems. Your experience includes working on avionics systems or similar high-stakes environments, where reliability and precision are paramount. You are comfortable collaborating with engineers from various disciplines, and you enjoy the challenge of integrating different technologies into cohesive systems. You are eager to take on responsibilities that will directly impact the success of missions aimed at making humanity multi-planetary.

Desirable

Experience with rocket avionics or spacecraft systems is a plus, as is familiarity with rapid prototyping and testing methodologies. You may have worked on projects that required you to balance performance with cost-effectiveness, and you understand the unique challenges associated with aerospace electronics. A background in programming for embedded systems is also beneficial, as it allows you to contribute to the software aspects of avionics development.

What you'll do

As an Electrical Engineer on the Starship Avionics team, you will be responsible for rapidly developing high-reliability electronics that are essential for the command and control of next-generation gasifier and RCS systems. You will work closely with a talented team of engineers to design, test, and implement avionics systems that meet the demanding requirements of space missions. Your role will involve hands-on work in the lab, where you will prototype and validate your designs, ensuring they perform reliably under the extreme conditions of space.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate your electronics into larger systems, ensuring seamless operation and communication between components. Your contributions will help drive the development of innovative solutions that enhance the capabilities of the Starship program. You will also participate in design reviews and provide input on system architecture, helping to shape the future of space travel.

What we offer

At SpaceX, you will be part of a mission-driven team that is dedicated to revolutionizing space travel. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. You will work in a dynamic environment where your contributions will have a direct impact on the success of our missions. Join us in our quest to make humanity multi-planetary and be part of a team that is pushing the boundaries of what is possible in aerospace engineering.