14 hours ago
Base Salary
$125k - $200k/yr
Responsibilities
- Develop embedded software for custom modem and beamformer silicon ASICs supporting Starlink phased-array antennas.
- Write flight-critical software governing antenna operation throughout the satellite lifecycle.
- Collaborate with phased-array antenna engineers to implement antenna measurement techniques in the CI/CD process.
- Analyze on-orbit performance data, investigate improvements, and debug issues.
- Develop production RF test features to verify hardware in the factory.
- Design and build automated measurement systems for phased arrays operating at 10–20 GHz.
- Provide software engineering expertise and mission-critical support to the Payload Engineering organization.
- Work extended hours or weekends as needed for mission-critical deadlines.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, or electrical engineering.
- At least 1 year of programming experience in embedded C, C++, or Rust; internships, collegiate clubs, and project work may qualify.
- Preferred experience with RF fundamentals or communications theory.
- Preferred familiarity with spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, signal generators, and radio-related laboratory measurement techniques.
- Preferred experience with phased-array antenna systems.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, autonomous, and demanding startup environment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Must meet applicable ITAR eligibility requirements or be eligible to obtain required U.S. Department of State authorizations.
Benefits
- Base salary range is $125,000.00–$165,000.00 for Level 1 and $145,000.00–$200,000.00 for Level 2.
- Potential long-term incentives through company stock or long-term cash awards and discretionary bonuses.
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan with the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount.
- Medical, vision, dental, 401(k), disability, life insurance, paid parental leave, discounts, and other perks.
- Approximately 3 weeks of paid vacation and 10 or more paid holidays per year.
- Washington employees accrue paid sick time in accordance with applicable law.
- Company shuttles are available Monday through Friday from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office.
About SpaceX
SpaceX designs, manufactures, and launches orbital rockets and spacecraft, and operates Starlink, a global satellite internet network for consumers, businesses, and governments. Its revenue comes from commercial and government launch services (Falcon 9/Falcon Heavy, Dragon cargo and crew to the ISS) and subscription broadband with Starlink hardware and service. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Hawthorne, California, the privately held company serves NASA and commercial satellite operators, building most systems in-house.