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SpaceXSunnyvale, CA

$130,000 - $180,000 / year

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 of enabling human life on Mars. DESIGN VERIFICATION ENGINEER (SILICON ENGINEERING) At SpaceX we’re leveraging our experience in building rockets and spacecraft to deploy Starlink, the world’s most advanced broadband internet system. Starlink is the world’s largest satellite constellation and is providing fast, reliable internet to millions of users worldwide. We design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system – thousands of satellites, consumer receivers that allow users to connect within minutes of unboxing, and the software that brings it all together. We’ve only begun to scratch the surface of Starlink’s potential global impact and are looking for best-in-class engineers to help maximize Starlink’s utility for communities and businesses around the globe. We are seeking a motivated, proactive, and intellectually curious engineer who will work alongside world-class cross-disciplinary teams (systems, firmware, architecture, design, validation, product engineering, ASIC implementation). In this role, you will be developing cutting-edge next-generation ASICs for deployment in space and ground infrastructures around the globe. These chips are enabling connectivity in places it has previously not been available, affordable or reliable. Your efforts will help deliver cutting-edge solutions that will expand the performance and capabilities of the Starlink network. RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for digital ASIC verification at block and system level Write and review test plans, develop test harnesses and test sequences Develop SystemVerilog testbench infrastructure (both UVM and non-UVM) for testing designs, including DSP blocks Responsible for test plan execution, running regressions, code and functional coverage closure Automate test case generation by using Python and MATLAB programs Contribute towards pre-silicon verification, chip bring-up and post-silicon validation Be a hands-on self-starter who can execute the steps required to fully verify a complex digital designs BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer science or computer engineering 2+ years of experience with design verification and test bench development PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Advanced degree in electrical engineering or computer engineering Experience with verification methodologies such as UVM Strong object-oriented programming knowledge Strong problem-solving and coding skills Experience in constrained random verification Expertise in developing test plans, implementing coverage models, and analyzing results Experience with scripting languages, e.g. Python for automation RTL design, chip bring-up, and post-silicon validation experience Ability to work in a dynamic environment with changing needs and requirements ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay range: Design Verification Engineer/Level I: $130,000.00 - $155,000.00/per year Design Verification Engineer/Level II: $150,000.00 - $180,000.00/per year 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, stock options, 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 & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year. 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 . SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com .

Posted 30+ days ago

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SpaceXHawthorne, CA
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 of enabling human life on Mars. NETWORK AUTOMATION ENGINEER (STARSHIELD) Starshield leverages SpaceX’s Starlink technology and launch capability to support national security efforts. While Starlink is designed for consumer and commercial use, Starshield is designed for government use, with an initial focus on earth observation, communications, and hosted payloads. The Starshield team is building highly reliable in-space mesh networks, designing secure systems to guarantee access to space, designing next-gen communication and sensing software, and more As a Network Automation Engineer you will help create the tooling to expand and monitor the Starshield service provider network. You and your teammates will own the design and implementation of these tools and monitoring strategies all while continually improving existing processes and tools. You will be helping provide visibility into a network that supports critical national security missions and will be challenged to maintain critical systems and services. RESPONSIBILITES: Deploy, upgrade, operate/maintain, and scale a global networking service to government customers. Closely collaborate with software engineers to create highly operable and maintainable infrastructure Measure, maintain, and improve the uptime and performance of the terrestrial network Act as technical product owner for infrastructure tools and software used in the ground network (Access, Backbone and Edge Networks) Innovate ways to scale with automation and operational improvements Provide mentorship to junior engineers Participate in the on-call rotation   BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or science discipline; OR  2+ years of professional network automation, DevOps, network engineering, or site reliability engineering experience in lieu of a degree Experience with networking protocols, their application and traffic types: TCP/IPv4/IPv6, gaming, voice, video, broadcast, streaming Experience with Linux operating system Automation experience in Python, Shell, Bash, and/or other languages   PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Comfortable working with mission critical and sensitive systems, with a sense of urgency appropriate to the responsibilities Understanding of carrier and service provider networks Experience with hands-on work in bringing up network infrastructure Experience with automatically managing dozens or hundreds of network assets Experience with Puppet, Ansible, or other automation frameworks Ability to run projects independently Excellent communications skills with the ability to communicate with customers, peers, management etc. in both formal and informal situations Experience with Prometheus, Grafana and other monitoring tools Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret or Top Secret SCI clearance ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Note that an active clearance may provide the opportunity for you to work on sensitive SpaceX missions; if so, you will be subject to pre-employment drug and random drug and alcohol testing Must be willing to travel domestically and globally in the future when needed Must be available for on-call rotations Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:          Pay range:     Network Automation Engineer/Level I: $120,000.00 - $145,000.00/per year Network Automation Engineer/Level II: $140,000.00 - $170,000.00/per year    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, stock options, 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 accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law. 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 .   SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to  EEOCompliance@spacex.com . 

Posted 30+ days ago

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SpaceXHawthorne, CA
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 of enabling human life on Mars. POWER ELECTRONICS ENGINEER (CREW STARSHIP)    Become a part of the Crew Starship Avionics team and support the mission to revolutionize orbital flight and space travel - opening access for humankind to establish new frontiers in space, and ultimately make humans a multi-planetary species.   The Crew Starship Avionics team has taken the challenge to develop avionics for the SpaceX Human Landing System, which will soon carry astronauts to the moon as part of NASA's Artemis program, and ultimately to Mars. Across all systems, from communications, to power, to life support, to navigation, and even creature comforts, our team's hardware will safely support astronauts on their Lunar and Mars missions, while humanity looks on. This will be one of the most sophisticated and largest crewed vehicles flown in space, and will be developed at a cost and rate previously considered unthinkable in the space industry. Become a part of this fast moving and world class development team, working with super smart and motivated engineers, and achieve truly audacious goals. If you’re ready for a challenge then you’ve come to the right place. Come join our team and help take humanity back to the moon! RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop high reliability spacecraft electronics for Crew Starship vehicles, with a specialization in power electronics Act as a responsible engineer for flight hardware, from conception through build, qualification, and ultimately flight operations Drive system trades, requirements capture, component selection, design analysis, schematic capture, prototyping, bring-up, debugging, design documentation, manufacturing planning, and production test for electrical designs Create development and qualification testing campaigns to exercise designs to their limits and ensure reliable flight hardware Directly support NASA with deliverables for Crew Starship milestones Work with experts from other teams and departments to ensure that fielded systems perform their intended function while being efficient, manufacturable, and reliable; challenge assumptions and build strong professional relationships BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering 3+ years of design experience designing power electronics (research and extracurricular academic projects qualify) PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Passion for spaceflight and designing electronics for high reliability applications Experience developing new hardware, not just incremental updates Experience working through system trades, pushing back on requirements, and following through with verification and validation Self-starter with experience making hardware work within demanding time and resource constraints Experience with multiple power conversion topologies Experience with power stage component selection, analysis, and modelling, including custom magnetics Knowledge of filter design for stability, noise rejection, and surviving threat signals Experience with control loop design, analysis and testing Experience testing power converters and working with hazardous voltages Experience with schematic capture and board layout, preferably in Altium or Circuit Maker Proficiency with circuit simulation tools and analysis methods such as derating and worst-case circuit analysis Proficiency with lab equipment for development testing of circuits and components, including probing and grounding techniques Proficiency with board level rework in support of development testing Knowledge of EMI/EMC and best practices for designing compliant hardware Experience with design-for-manufacture and design-for-cost Experience writing engineering software for test automation, data review, and design analysis, preferably in MATLAB or Python Demonstrated project management skills and ability to collaborate with other engineering disciplines Excellent verbal and written communication skills ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Extended hours and weekend work may be required to support critical project and mission milestones COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:               Pay range:     Power Electronics Engineer/Level I: $100,000.00 - $120,000.00/per year     Power Electronics Engineer/Level II: $115,000.00 - $150,000.00/per year     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, stock options, 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 accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law. 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 .   SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to  EEOCompliance@spacex.com . 

Posted 30+ days ago

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SpaceXHawthorne, CA

$125,000 - $175,000 / year

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 of enabling human life on Mars. SR. CONSTRUCTION PROJECT ENGINEER  As a member of the HQ construction team, you will design, build, and activate some of the world’s most technically advanced manufacturing facilities. We execute complex construction projects and infrastructure improvements from cradle to grave. You will be able to operate with autonomy to solve diverse and complex problems, excel at managing multiple projects at a time and work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. You will work with other construction engineers, architects, trade partners and internal customers to support these goals and have the opportunity to drive real global impact, ultimately leading to making life multiplanetary. All SpaceX construction engineers serve additionally as project managers and supers – this is a construction management role per industry standards. The position is based in Hawthorne, CA. RESPONSIBILITIES: Oversee and own full lifecycle of projects with on-time and under-budget delivery Manage all aspects of multi-discipline construction projects in the field and office Be the overall construction project manager and extreme owner Perform project control tasks, including project scheduling and cost control Interact with contractors, fabricators, and internal customers Resolve design and construction conflicts in the field in real-time Provide budgetary costs based upon the preliminary scope of the project Gather proposals from architects, engineers and contractors; assign contracts upon receipt of all proposals Facilitate city, county, and governmental approvals Coordinate project implementation and track project status Coordinate with end user and facilities team for building operations and maintenance Develop tools and approach to supporting the space allocation and adjudication process across the enterprise Coordinate real estate planning and management functions as needed Take on new projects ad-hoc as the business needs BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, mechanical engineering, structural engineering or construction management  5+ years of professional experience in architecture, engineering, construction or facilities management PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 7+ years of experience Professional Engineer (PE) License Experience managing multiple vertical projects Knowledge of processes of jurisdictional permitting and/or environmental agencies Understanding of multiple disciplines such as civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, piping, geotechnical, and surveying Experience with project management of major construction projects including estimating, cost control, schedule, and contractor management Experience reading, reviewing, and approving shop and fabrication drawings, blueprints, and technical manuals Manufacturing facility experience ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to work at elevated heights (200+ feet) Physical effort with lifting and carrying materials or equipment (up to 25 lbs.) Typically exposed to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise Must be available to work extended hours and weekends when needed based on site operational needs; flexibility required Valid driver’s license Occasional travel may be required to support projects at other sites COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay Range: Sr. Construction Project Engineer: $125,000 - $175,000/per year 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, stock options, 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 accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law. 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 .   SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to  EEOCompliance@spacex.com . 

Posted 30+ days ago

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SpaceXHawthorne, CA
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 of enabling human life on Mars. MECHANICAL ENGINEER, USER PRODUCTS (STARSHIELD) Starshield leverages SpaceX’s Starlink technology and launch capability to support national security efforts. While Starlink is designed for consumer and commercial use, Starshield is designed for government use, with an initial focus on earth observation, communications, and hosted payloads. As a mechanical engineer on the User Products team, you will own conceptualization, design, qualification, and integration of Starshield’s custom products that are used in the toughest environments around the world. This role demands strong technical, design, and analysis skills, the drive to get your work over the finish line, and close coordination with electrical teams to realize high-reliability hardware. RESPONSIBILITIES: Own hardware from conceptual design through volume production and in-flight operations to support various customer needs Develop design criteria, collaborate on requirements, and drive system-level optimization Rapidly iterate on designs and analysis to inform high-level systems trades and steer overall product direction Drive holistic DFM to create elegant designs with a focus on piece part and process count reductions, error-proofing at every step of fabrication and integration, and consistent performance and production metrics Generate detailed production and integration drawings using GD&T and perform tolerance stack-up analysis Establish an efficient product lifecycle starting in the supply chain through final integration that balances cost, complexity, and quality; work closely with partner teams to design and realize an efficient in-house production line Perform environmental and performance testing on hardware to validate analysis and demonstrate compliance with design criteria Own product delivery timeline through conception, design, assembly, and launch Demonstrate extreme ownership of product outcomes at every stage of development and production BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in an engineering or STEM discipline Experience with CAD or FEA software packages (can be in a professional, academic, entrepreneurial, or hobby setting) 1+ years of experience with mechanical and/or electromechanical design and analysis (internship and extracurricular experience are applicable) PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Master’s degree in engineering or a related technical discipline Ability and willingness to obtain a Top Secret clearance Solid understanding and application of GD&T Demonstrated ability to own hardware or systems within an integrated engineering team outside a classroom setting (FSAE, Engineers without Borders, Student Directed Research, Design-Build-Fly, NASA student launch, personal entrepreneurial ventures, etc.) Demonstrated understanding of structural analysis and failure modes of complex mechanical systems Self-motivated with strong organizational, written, and oral communication skills Proficient in 3D CAD (NX preferred) ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Able to work extended hours and weekends as needed to support critical path development and/or critical on-orbit operations Ability to travel to SpaceX, vendors, customers, and partner locations as necessary An active clearance may provide the opportunity for you to work on sensitive SpaceX missions; if so, you will be subject to pre-employment drug and random drug and alcohol testing COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay range:Mechanical Engineer/Level 1: $95,000.00 - $115,000.00/per yearMechanical Engineer/Level 2: $110,000.00 - $130,000.00/per year 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, stock options, 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 accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law. 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 . SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com .

Posted 30+ days ago

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SpaceXHawthorne, CA

$95,000 - $130,000 / year

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 of enabling human life on Mars. PRESSURE VESSEL ENGINEER (FALCON) The Falcon team tackles the toughest problems in space exploration through the ongoing development of our reusable launch vehicles and spacecraft, Falcon 9, and Falcon Heavy. These vehicles are currently responsible for delivering commercial, national security, and NASA satellites into orbit, as well as vital cargo and science payloads to the ISS. In addition, Falcon sent the first astronauts to the ISS on an American-made rocket since the retirement of the Space Shuttle and launched the world's first all-civilian orbital mission. These vehicles are instrumental in extending humanity’s reach to the moon, Mars, and beyond. As a Falcon Pressure Vessel engineer, you will own hardware through the product life cycle and will interact regularly with senior leadership during critical design phases. You are especially strong in analysis and employ a ground-up, fundamental physics approach to problem solving. You have strong technical and interpersonal skills, and you thrive in a creative, scrappy, and collaborative environment in which the best ideas change company-level direction on a regular basis. You do not need to meet 100% of the preferred qualifications to be considered. We encourage anyone who meets the basic qualifications and is interested in the role to apply – we are looking for enthusiastic, dedicated people to join our team, and want the opportunity to talk to you! RESPONSIBILITIES: Ownership of pressure vessels (Type III COPVs or Type 1 Pressure Vessel) for Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy launch vehicles. Use hand calculations, finite element analyses (FEA), and computer-aided designs (CAD) to ensure all hardware meets or exceeds internal and customer requirements. Lead design reviews and hardware qualifications. Serve as technical interface with suppliers and customers. Own the hardware delivery timeline and success through inception, design, assembly, launch and re-use. Design and development of standard and novel pressure vessels. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline. 1+ years of experience with CAD or FEA software packages (can be in a professional, academic, entrepreneurial, or hobby setting). 1+ years of hands-on hardware experience performing fabrication, assembly and/or testing (can be in a professional, academic, entrepreneurial, or hobby setting). PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 2+ years experience designing, analyzing, building, testing and/or certifying pressure vessels for aerospace, automotive or industrial base applications. Master's degree in an engineering discipline. Experience with NX/Teamcenter designing parts and assemblies. Experience with at least one commercial FEA or multiphysics simulation package (NASTRAN, ABAQUS, ANSYS, CFD codes, etc.). Demonstrated ability to own hardware or systems within an integrated engineering team outside a classroom setting (FSAE, Engineers without Borders, Design-Build-Fly, NASA student launch, personal entrepreneurial ventures, etc.). Analytical/scientific programming experience (Python, Matlab, Excel, etc.). Familiarity with fluid systems and foundational fluid analysis (schematic creation, fluid system design from 1st principles of flow and heat transfer, fluid system operations development). ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Able to work longer hours and weekends to support critical needs. Willingness to travel in support of hardware test and launch. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay Range: Pressure Vessel Engineer (Falcon)/Level I: $95,000.00 - $115,000.00/per year Pressure Vessel Engineer (Falcon)/Level II: $110,000.00 - $130,000.00/per year 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, stock options, 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 accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law. 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 . SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com .

Posted 30+ days ago

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SpaceXHawthorne, CA
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 of enabling human life on Mars. TIG WELDER (STARSHIP) RESPONSIBILITIES: Weld, assemble, and fabricate various fluid systems and various sub-assembly components Use precision calibrated tools – torque wrenches, micrometers and calipers Perform work according to procedures, specifications and test instructions Read and interpret technical drawings, and follow detailed work instructions Use various mechanical tools without instruction Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment Operate forklifts, cranes and heavy equipment Perform blending, filing and shearing of sheet metal piece parts BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or equivalency certificate 1+ years of experience with TIG welding OR certificate of completion for welding from an accredited program PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: 5+ years of experience in welding with one or more of the following materials: stainless steel, carbon steel, Inconel, aluminum or titanium Experience with aerospace TIG welding Highly proficient in tube (small and large diameter up to 6”) cutting grinding and fabrication Proficient in blue print reading and lay out Knowledge and experience completing welds that pass visual before being X-rayed or dye penned AWS D17.1 and D1.2 certification Experience with overhead cranes and forklifts ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be willing to work all shifts, overtime, and/or weekends as needed. 1st shift (4:00 AM - 2:30 PM) Able to lift a min. of 25 lbs. unassisted Able to stand for extended periods – 8 hours min Able to stoop, bend, crawl, and maneuver in tight spaces COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay range: TIG Welder/Level 1: $23.00 - $27.00/hour TIG Welder/Level 2: $26.00 - $32.50/hour TIG Welder/Level 3: $31.00 - $38.00/hour 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, stock options, 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. 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 . SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com .

Posted 30+ days ago

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SpaceXHawthorne, CA

$125,000 - $175,000 / year

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 of enabling human life on Mars. SR. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SAFETY ENGINEER RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop and maintain compliance with all applicable regulations and/or guidelines established by OSHA, NFPA and NIOSH and other applicable regulatory agencies Collaborate with department leadership to complete job hazard assessments and implement health and safety policies and procedures Monitor employee exposure to physical and chemical hazards Understand and implement machine guarding where needed Develop recommendations for remedial actions when safety policies are not met by employees Inspect facilities, machinery, and safety equipment in order to identify and correct potential hazards and ensure compliance with all applicable regulations Complete and maintain documented safety observations from regular hazard identification audits Investigate industrial accidents, injuries, or occupational diseases to determine root causes, corrective actions and preventive measures Develop, implement and maintain safety contingency plans (fires, spills, etc.) Develop and maintain compliance with all applicable regulations established by the EPA, CERCLA, RCRA, DOT, TRRC, RWQCB, NEPA and other applicable regulatory agencies Review and interpret new and proposed environmental laws and regulations, and provide guidance to management Perform environmental compliance and due diligence audits to ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory agencies Conduct and monitor the NPDES and other discharge permits/plans Maintain recordkeeping and compliance requirements established for permitted sources defined by the local AQMD Responsible for hazardous and non-hazardous waste management, including DOT and RCRA Maintain compliance with the Certified Unified Program Agency BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree 5+ years of experience in the design, development and operational oversight of environmental, health and safety disciplines PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s degree in engineering with an emphasis in occupational health and safety and/or environmental engineering Experience in both environmental and safety fields Experience with implementing and maintaining compliance with storm water regulations Experience with implementing and maintaining compliance with the CEQA regulations Strong knowledge and experience in interpreting, applying and documenting federal, state and local safety and environmental regulations Strong organizational and communication skills Familiarity and implementation of machine guarding and industrial hygiene programs Experience with emergency response communication and incident management in incidents involving hazardous and non-hazardous material releases to air, soil, and water Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook) ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: This is not a remote or hybrid position and will require relocation if not already local to the Hawthorne, CA area Position occasionally requires the ability to work extended hours and weekends when needed COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay range:Environmental Health & Safety Engineer/Senior: $125,000.00 - $175,000.00/per year 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, stock options, 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 accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law. 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 . SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com .

Posted 30+ days ago

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SpaceXHawthorne, CA

$125,000 - $175,000 / year

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 of enabling human life on Mars. SR. MISSION INTEGRATION ENGINEER (STARSHIELD) Starshield leverages SpaceX’s Starlink technology and launch capability to support national security efforts. While Starlink is designed for consumer and commercial use, Starshield is designed for government use, with an initial focus on earth observation, communications, and hosted payloads. As a member of our Mission Management team, you will serve as a core point of contact for customers from early capability studies through successful launch and on-orbit activation. You’ll support new business proposals from initial requirements verification through mission design, prototype development, and test. You’ll work directly with a small team of subject matter experts from diverse fields to quickly iterate on deployable solutions and ensure they meet all customer needs. Our development timelines are aggressive, and you will be asked to rigorously explore solutions for previously unsolved problems. Our ideal candidate has a passion for making things work, is a self-starter, and is hungry to do work that matters. RESPONSIBILITIES: Serve as the customer interface at meetings, tests, and reviews to develop operations plans, design missions, and verify payload flightworthiness. Ensure contract deliverables are completed on-time and per customer expectations, distill customer requirements into actionable development objectives. Work with all internal and external stakeholders to drive operational system development. Collaborate with subsystem representatives across team boundaries to consider all necessary trades and ensure end-to-end mission success. Support all phases of the program from development, initial proposal, through successful test, flight, and on-orbit commissioning. This will include educating the customer on our designs and methodologies. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline. 5+ years of experience working in the aerospace or space industry. 5+ years of technical project management and system-level engineering experience. Experience working with launch vehicles, spacecraft, or other aerospace systems. PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and deliver reliable and expeditious results across multiple parallel priorities. Highly detail-oriented, hardworking, and professional with excellent written and verbal technical communication skills. Spacecraft mission design, development, integration, and/or test experience. Strong penchant for innovation in process improvement and system design. Positive, “can-do” attitude, self-starter, and ability to work in a high pace dynamic environment. Strong analytical, verbal, and written skills. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: This position requires successfully obtaining and maintaining a Top Secret Security Clearance as a condition of employment. While the clearance may not be immediately necessary upon hire, we encourage you to initiate the application process promptly upon accepting this offer. Your ability to secure the necessary clearance is essential for fulfilling key responsibilities of the role. Should you be unable to obtain it, SpaceX reserves the right to modify or terminate your employment to align with operational needs. Must pass DoD level background checks for entry into various government facilities. Ability to travel up to 25% of the time. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay range: Mission Integration Engineer/Senior: $125,000.00 - $175,000.00/per year 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, stock options, 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 accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law. 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 . SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com .

Posted 2 weeks ago

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SpaceXSunnyvale, CA
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 of enabling human life on Mars. SR. FULL STACK SOFTWARE ENGINEER (STARLINK) At SpaceX we’re leveraging our experience in building rockets and spacecraft to deploy Starlink, the world’s most advanced broadband internet system. Starlink is the world’s largest satellite constellation and is providing fast, reliable internet to 8M+ users worldwide. We design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system – thousands of satellites, consumer receivers that allow users to connect within minutes of unboxing, and the software that brings it all together. We’ve only begun to scratch the surface of Starlink’s potential global impact and are looking for best-in-class engineers to help maximize Starlink’s utility for communities and businesses around the globe. As a Full Stack Engineer, you will work closely with a mix of both external customers and internal partners across all engineering disciplines here at SpaceX to bring observability to a rapidly expanding network of millions of assets. The tools and applications you build will empower Starlink customers to manage their deployed assets in aviation, maritime, and enterprise environments while also bringing enhanced development to key features across various internal and external platforms. On this team, we will rely on you to be a key figure in the successful development of mission critical, high performance web applications. Our full stack engineers can work on a variety of sub teams, a few of which are included below: Internal Tooling & Development Web Application Development Consumer Platform Development RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop well-architected, responsive, and performant web applications Develop highly reliable and available software systems for Starlink Design and implement highly available, fault-tolerant networks that operates for long periods of time with minimal maintenance at scale Deliver expert level Typescript, HTML, and CSS code for modern browsers Full stack application development (our system is a .NET Core micro-service architecture running in Kubernetes with a React and Angular frontend) Craft aesthetically and functionally flawless user experiences Collaborate with peers on architecture, design, and code reviews Deep dive into your users’ problems to find and create efficient solutions Bring your voice to the table in team collaborations on architecture, design, and code reviews BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a STEM discipline and 5+ years of professional experience in software development; OR 7+ years of professional experience in software development in lieu of a degree 3+ years of professional experience in full-stack development PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Programming experience in Python, C#, .NET, Go, Scala, Python, Java, or similar object-oriented language Production experience with Docker and Kubernetes Front-end experience in React, Angular, or similar JavaScript framework Database experience with PostgreSQL, SQL Server, or similar database technologies Experience with version control, continuous integration, and continuous delivery concepts Expertise in profiling and improving application performance Experience with build systems (Make, Bazel/Pants/Buck, Gradle) and package management tools (pip, npm) Strong attention to detail Experience with UNIX-like operating systems and CI/CD tools ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay range: Software Engineer/Senior: $170,000.00 - $230,000.00/per year 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, stock options, 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 & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year. 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 . SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com .

Posted 2 weeks ago

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SpaceXHawthorne, CA

$36 - $51 / hour

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 of enabling human life on Mars. CNC MACHINIST (STARSHIP COMPONENTS) - LEVEL 4/5 RESPONSIBILITIES: Operate CNC machines and produce flight hardware needed to achieve program level production rate goals Perform precision set-ups of various CNC machines on state-of-the-art assets Prioritize daily work to ensure high machine uptime across the shop/area of your responsibility Manage cutting tools in CNC machines to ensure that machines have the needed cutting tools loaded and measured before they are called in upcoming programs Deburr hardware in your work center to contribute to deliveries to our downstream customers Operate clean line equipment, laser part marking, and general part finishing requirements Operate and effectively use calibrated devices to ensure hardware exiting the machine shop is conforming and meets print requirements Perform CNC machine preventative maintenance on a weekly and monthly basis Maintain the shop in terms of chip bins, oils, greases, 5S and general upkeep activities Remain flexible in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment and support teammates however possible Complete work instructions and test plans to document needed data throughout each process BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or equivalency certificate 8+ years of experience in CNC machining PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: 10+ years of experience operating CNC machinery Motivation to learn technical aspects of CNC machining Ability to read accurately and write clearly Perform basic arithmetic calculations accurately Experience in shop math, tooling technology, blueprint reading and measurement of parts Strong mechanical aptitude Strong interpersonal skills including, but not limited to, contributing to a team-oriented environment, balancing team and individual responsibilities ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Estimated start times: 1st shift (5:00 AM); 2nd shift (2:30 PM) Must be able to lift up to 25lbs unassisted Must be able to stand and kneel unassisted Must be able to do repetitive movement; bend or twist; use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls; exposure to sounds and distractive noise levels COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay range: Level 4: $36.00 - $43.00/hour Level 5: $41.00 - $51.00/hour 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, stock options, 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. 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 . SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com .

Posted 30+ days ago

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SpaceXSunnyvale, CA

$130,000 - $180,000 / year

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 of enabling human life on Mars. SOFTWARE ENGINEER, INTEGRATION & SYSTEMS VALIDATION (STARLINK - DIRECT TO CELL) The Direct to Cell network expand Starlink’s vision by providing ubiquitous connectivity and seamless access to text, voice, and data for phones and devices across the globe. The Direct to Cell network leverages the infrastructure we’ve built for Starlink and provides cellular service through a constellation of hundreds of satellites. As an integration and system validation software engineer on the Direct to Cell program, your focus will be on validating cellular radio access network (RAN) features, supporting interoperability and performance testing, and improving developer efficiency across the cellular protocol stack. You will collaborate with RAN developers to design, build, and validate new RAN features and then analyze the performance as they roll out across the network. You will be responsible for the software and hardware test infrastructure that enables rapid development and validation of the Direct to Cell network. You will develop integration and interoperability test cases to ensure the next generation of cellular devices work seamlessly across the Direct to Cell network. RESPONSIBILITIES: Collaborate with developers on new 4G and 5G cellular features and create automated tests to verify functionality and performance Support integration and interoperability lab testing and field trials Analyze and optimize new cellular features to improve network performance and reliability Develop modular test software frameworks and integrate cellular and satellite hardware for the development and verification of RAN software and hardware Maintain and troubleshoot automation lab infrastructure and work with partner teams to resolve failures Build tools and dashboards to provide insight into network performance BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or STEM discipline; OR 2+ years of professional experience in software development in lieu of a degree Experience with Linux Experience in Python, and/or other scripting languages Experience with VCS (Git) Experience working with REST APIs PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Experience troubleshooting interactions between software and hardware such as network devices and lab instrumentation Experience with configuration management, version control software, continuous integration, and agile development Experience with cellular networks technologies (4G, 5G) and debugging issues using tools such as Wireshark, QXDM, or XCAL Experience with device and interoperability certification testing and/or supporting new product introduction (NPI) Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment that includes working with changing needs and requirements ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Willing to work extended hours and weekends when needed COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay range: Software Engineer/Level I: $130,000.00 - $155,000.00/per year Software Engineer/Level II: $150,000.00 - $180,000.00/per year 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, stock options, 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. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year. 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 . SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com .

Posted 1 week ago

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SpaceXHawthorne, CA

$120,000 - $170,000 / year

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 of enabling human life on Mars. RF ENGINEER (STARSHIELD) Starshield leverages SpaceX’s Starlink technology and launch capability to support national security efforts. While Starlink is designed for consumer and commercial use, Starshield is designed for government use, with an initial focus on earth observation, communications, and hosted payloads. As an RF engineer on the Starshield team, you will be working on advanced development programs in support of US National Security. You will work with a team of fellow RF engineers, DSP engineers, software engineers, hardware engineers and end users to design and build RF capabilities for proliferated communications and remote sensing in low earth orbit. You will work in a highly collaborative and fast-paced environment, where we are exploring unsolved problems and applying the SpaceX mindset of iterating rapidly to go from design and demo to operational capability at lightning pace. RESPONSIBILITIES: Drive program-level decisions on RF system designs Research novel solutions for unique large-scale satellite RF systems Work in close collaboration with hardware, FPGA, DSP, and software engineers to design and validate RF systems Responsible for development and full life cycle support of RF hardware spanning PCBA board testing and defect detection, full functional testing of an assembled unit, and resolving on-orbit vehicle anomalies Create electromagnetic simulation models of hardware (antennas, filters, PCB layout) to design and evaluate performance Modify electrical schematics and mechanical drawings for flight applications as they relate to reliability and manufacturability BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in computer engineering, or electrical engineering 1+ years of experience RF engineering: Experience with modeling/analysis tools/software such as HFSS, CST, ADS, MATLAB, C/C++, and/or Python Experience with RF test equipment such as VNA, spectrum analyzer, etc. PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Master’s degree in electrical engineering with emphasis in microwave/RF engineering 1+ years of professional experience in a relevant field Experience modeling RF and channel impairments such as multipath, phase noise, group delay, fading and nonlinear distortion Experience designing RF systems including radio astronomy, SIGINT, ELINT, radar, or wireless communications Experience with basic principles of antenna theory Experience with software-defined radios and frameworks, such as GNU Radio Understanding of link budgets and analysis related to communications and remote sensing systems Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret SCI clearance ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: An active clearance may provide the opportunity for you to work on sensitive SpaceX missions; if so, you will be subject to pre-employment drug and random drug and alcohol testing Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay range: RF Engineer/Level I: $120,000.00 - $145,000.00/per year RF Engineer/Level II: $140,000.00 - $170,000.00/per year 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. Those with an active TS/ SCI clearance will receive a 10% differential, up to an additional $15,000 annually, once officially briefed into a classified program. 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, stock options, 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 accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law. 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 . SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com .

Posted 30+ days ago

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SpaceXSunnyvale, CA
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 of enabling human life on Mars. SR. FULL STACK SOFTWARE ENGINEER, SECURITY (STARLINK) At SpaceX we’re leveraging our experience in building rockets and spacecraft to deploy Starlink, the world’s most advanced broadband internet system. Starlink is the world’s largest satellite constellation and is providing fast, reliable internet to 8M+ users worldwide. We design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system – thousands of satellites, consumer receivers that allow users to connect within minutes of unboxing, and the software that brings it all together. We’ve only begun to scratch the surface of Starlink’s potential global impact and are looking for best-in-class engineers to help maximize Starlink’s utility for communities and businesses around the globe. As a Full Stack Software Engineer, Security, you will work closely with a mix of both external customers and internal partners across all engineering disciplines here at SpaceX to deliver security features, including authentication, authorization, and auditing, for a rapidly expanding network of millions of users and assets. The tools and applications you build will empower Starlink customers to securely and effectively manage their deployed assets in aviation, maritime, and enterprise environments while mitigating risks and security vulnerabilities across various internal and external platforms. On this team, we will rely on you to be a key figure in the successful development of secure, mission critical, high performance web applications. Our full stack engineers can work on a variety of sub teams, a few of which are included below: Internal Tooling & Development Web Application Development Consumer Platform Development RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop secure, well-architected, responsive, and performant full-stack web applications using .NET Core microservices in Kubernetes with a React and Angular frontend Develop highly reliable, available, maintainable, and scalable software systems Deliver expert level Typescript, HTML, and CSS for modern browsers Identify and address security vulnerabilities in our applications and infrastructure Implement features that improve security while maintaining an enjoyable user experience Collaborate with peers on architecture, design, and code reviews Deep dive into your users’ problems to find and create efficient solutions Bring your voice to the table in team collaborations on architecture, design, and code reviews BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a STEM discipline and 5+ years of professional experience; OR 7+ years of professional experience building software in lieu of a degree 3+ years of professional experience in full-stack development PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Experience implementing customer-facing application security features Programming experience in C#/.NET, Go, Java, Python, or similar object-oriented language Frontend experience in React, Angular, or similar JavaScript framework Strong understanding of security best practices and how to implement them Experience identifying and mitigating security vulnerabilities in code and infrastructure Experience with OAuth 2.0 for access control Production experience with Docker and Kubernetes Production experience with PostgreSQL or similar database technologies Experience with version control, continuous integration, and continuous delivery tools and concepts Experience with UNIX-like operating systems Expertise in profiling and improving application performance Strong attention to detail ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay range: Software Engineer/Senior: $170,000.00 - $230,000.00/per year 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, stock options, 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 & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year. 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 . SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com .

Posted 2 weeks ago

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SpaceXSunnyvale, CA
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 of enabling human life on Mars. SR. FULL CHIP PHYSICAL DESIGN ENGINEER (SILICON ENGINEERING) At SpaceX we’re leveraging our experience in building rockets and spacecraft to deploy Starlink, the world’s most advanced broadband internet system. Starlink is the world’s largest satellite constellation and is providing fast, reliable internet to millions of users worldwide. We design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system – thousands of satellites, consumer receivers that allow users to connect within minutes of unboxing, and the software that brings it all together. We’ve only begun to scratch the surface of Starlink’s potential global impact and are looking for best-in-class engineers to help maximize Starlink’s utility for communities and businesses around the globe. We are seeking a motivated, proactive, and intellectually curious engineer who will work alongside world-class cross-disciplinary teams (systems, firmware, architecture, design, validation, product engineering, ASIC implementation). In this role, you will be developing cutting-edge next-generation silicon for deployment in space and ground infrastructures around the globe. These chips are enabling connectivity in places it has previously not been available, affordable or reliable. Your efforts will help deliver cutting-edge solutions that will expand the performance and capabilities of the Starlink network. RESPONSIBILITIES: Perform SOC top level physical design; floor-planning, I/O, bump & RDL (redistribution layer) planning, hard IP integration, partitioning, power/ground grid generation, pin assignment, partition hardening, chip level clock, feedthrough, special interface, and interconnect planning, bus routing, sequential pipeline planning and top level design for testability (DFT) planning Collaborate with chip architects, ASIC engineers, package engineers and block level physical design engineers to drive, chip floorplan reviews and identify area, interconnect, IP integration, and floorplan improvement opportunities Perform chip timing budgeting and constraint pushdown to partition owners Work with static timing analysis, physical verification, electromigration/voltage drop, noise and other signoff teams to achieve closure and tapeout on time Run physical verification at chip level and provide feedback and guidance to block level physical design engineers to fix design rule check/layout versus schematic/antenna/electrical rule check/design for manufacturing violations Develop/modify design flows as needed to meet the overall design quality of results and chip integration requirements BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering or computer science 5+ years of ASIC and/or physical design flow development experience in industry PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Experience and deep understanding of SOC top level physical design flows (floor-planning, I/O, bump & RDL planning, hard IP integration, partitioning, power/ground grid generation, pin assignment, DFT, partition hardening, special clock handling, feedthrough flows, special interface/interconnect planning and implementation) Experience in IP integration (e.g. memories, I/O’s, analog IPs, SerDes, DDR etc.) In-depth knowledge of industry standard EDA tools, understand their capabilities and underlying algorithms Experience with large SOC designs (>10M gates) with frequencies in excess of 1GHZ Strong knowledge of deep sub-micron FinFET technology nodes (7nm and below) design problems and solutions (leakage power, signal integrity, etc.) multi-corner and multimode timing closure, process variations, physical verification methodology and tapeout Familiar with implementation or integration of design blocks using Verilog/System Verilog Experience with clock domain crossings, DFT/Scan/MBIST/LBIST/JTAG/Boundary-scan testing and understanding impacts on physical design flow Experience with high reliability design and implementations Excellent scripting skills (csh/bash, Perl, Python TCL, Makefile etc.) Self-driven individual with a can-do attitude, and an ability to work in a dynamic group environment ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay range: Physical Design Engineer/Senior: $170,000.00 - $230,000.00/per year 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, stock options, 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 & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year. 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 . SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com .

Posted 30+ days ago

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SpaceXHawthorne, CA
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 of enabling human life on Mars. SHEET METAL TECHNICIAN (METAL CUTTING) Prepare, run, setup, and operate the Shear Machine Prepare, shear, issue material electronically, and if needed submit RFPO Manage Sheet Metal material inventory by accurately issuing material to provide material support to Waterjet, Punch Press, and Laser Machines Receive incoming material and properly scan to the designated location Responsible for overall area safety, delivery targets, and creative ways to increase product reliability, efficiency, and reduce overall cost Understand blueprint reading and geometric tolerances and how they relate to the finished part BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or equivalency certificate 3+ years of experience working with precision equipment (scales, calipers, height gauges, micrometers, etc.) 1+ years of experience with the setup and operation of JMT Shear Machine or any Shear Brand Machine PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Ability to meet daily/weekly production goals with critical time schedules Ability to read blueprints and complete basic math Ability to run and operate Shear Machine Experience in material handling and production coordinating are essentials Ability to manage the Sheet Metal material inventory i.e. receiving, submit RFPO, Shear, and issuing materials Experience in operating Waterjet, Punch Press, and Laser Machines ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to work the following shifts: Monday to Friday, 5:00AM – 3:30PM Must be willing to work overtime, and/or weekends as needed Standing for long periods of time, climbing up and down ladders, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and stretching are generally required to perform the functions of this position Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:                              Pay range:          Sheet Metal Technician/Level 1: $23.00 - $27.00/hour Sheet Metal Technician/Level 2: $26.00 - $32.50/hour Sheet Metal Technician/Level 3: $31.00 - $38.00/hour 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, stock options, 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. 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 .   SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to  EEOCompliance@spacex.com . 

Posted 30+ days ago

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SpaceXHawthorne, CA
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 of enabling human life on Mars. ELECTRICAL DESIGN ENGINEER (AVIONICS) As an Electrical Engineer on the Avionics Hardware Development team, you will have the unique opportunity to explore all areas of a product’s life cycle from development through production and launch by engaging in multiple disciplines with a focus on electronic design, reliability, and manufacturing. In addition to designing new hardware from scratch, you will be expected to analyze and troubleshoot electronic assemblies, define new processes, design circuits/fixtures/tools, and identify opportunities for improvement in both products and processes. You will have the opportunity to own a wide variety of components that enable SpaceX vehicles to provide the safest and most reliable access to space. Our fundamental goal is to allow humanity to explore the stars; with it comes an extreme responsibility to ensure the safety of the crew and payload. RESPONSIBILITIES: Design new hardware, redesign existing hardware, and perform modifications to PCBAs to improve their reliability and manufacturability or expand vehicle capabilities Provide extreme ownership of avionics hardware for flight across all areas of the product life cycle Drive changes to electrical schematics and mechanical drawings that improve reliability and manufacturability Perform root cause investigations to characterize off-nominal unit behavior and mitigate risk Derive engineering justification to resolve production issues throughout assembly, test, and vehicle integration Design test setups and execute hardware validation through benchtop and environmental testing BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or computer engineering 1+ years of experience in electronics hardware design (academic projects, internships, and professional experience all qualify) 1+ years of experience with electrical test equipment (e.g., multimeters, signal generators, oscilloscopes) to verify hardware functionality PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Ability to design analog, digital, and mixed-signal circuits Experience with schematic capture and PCB layout software (KiCad, Altium, Eagle) Experience with electrical simulation software (LTspice, SIMetrix, or similar) Design for excellence (DFX), root cause, derating, and related analyses Knowledge of digital communications interfaces including SPI, I2C, CAN, Ethernet, and RS422 Knowledge of common circuit blocks including filters, power supplies, and microcontrollers. Ability to work in a fast paced, autonomously driven, and demanding atmosphere Familiarity managing projects from start to finish Self-motivated with strong multi-tasking, organizational, communication, and documentation skills Creative problem solver capable of working within a multidisciplinary team ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Extended hours and weekend work may be required to support critical project and mission milestones COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay Range:     Electrical Engineer/Level I: $100,000.00 - $120,000.00/per year     Electrical Engineer/Level II: $115,000.00 - $135,000.00/per year          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, stock options, 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 accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law. 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 .   SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to  EEOCompliance@spacex.com . 

Posted 30+ days ago

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SpaceXHawthorne, CA

$130,000 - $180,000 / year

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 of enabling human life on Mars. LEAD PCB DESIGNER (STARSHIELD) Starshield leverages SpaceX’s Starlink technology and launch capability to support national security efforts. While Starlink is designed for consumer and commercial use, Starshield is designed for government use, with an initial focus on earth observation, communications, and hosted payloads. This is an opportunity to build and lead a new PCB design team for Starshield. In addition to hiring top-notch PCB designers, this role will require close collaboration with electrical and mechanical engineering teams as well as supply chain, manufacturing, and reliability teams to design boards that meet performance and reliability requirements. As the Starshield satellite and ground system designs evolve, you will be expected to learn new technologies, mentor other designers, and constantly look for opportunities to improve our designs and reduce layout time. RESPONSIBILITIES: Lead and hire a team of high-performance printed circuit board (PCB) designers Establish priorities and projects with clear scope and objectives Develop growth plans for team members to develop their capabilities Review and guide new projects to maintain cost and performance objectives Drive the development of the electronic data management solutions Determine layer stackup; perform component package selection, component placement, routing feasibility studies, and signal routing of digital, analog, RF, and power conversion of PCBs Create and release documentation for fabrication of PCBs Collaborate with internal teams and PCB vendors to continually improve design rules, constraints, and design for test and manufacture guidelines Standardize and maintain release of documentation for fabrication of PCBs Utilize PCB design tools; maintain and evaluate new tools, and train team members to use tools BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline 2+ years of PCB design experience 1+ years of experience leading teams and/or projects PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Experience designing boards for high volume production and executing on tight deadlines Deep understanding of DFM/DFA/DFT (design for manufacturing, design for assembly, design for test) rules and PCB fabrication process. Mastery of tools such as Valor Enterprise. 2+ years of experience with PCB layout and routing in one or all of the following areas: modern passive and active electronics components, surface-mount, RF components, ball-grid array and similar fine pitch, or high pin density components Experience with ECAD libraries and library configuration management Experience with Mentor Xpedition and/or Altium Designer Experience with layout of mixed analog and digital designs, high speed buses, FPGA, DRAM and CPU designs, power supplies, DC-DC converters, transmission lines, impedance-controlled traces, and power traces Experience with MIL-STD, commercial and IPC standards and design Experience with scripting and automation Professional experience leading a team, while providing technical direction and strong mentoring skills Excellent communication skills for articulating complex concepts, problems, and solutions across all levels within the organization Active TS/SCI clearance or the ability to obtain and maintain one ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Able to work extended hours and weekends as needed to support critical path development and/or critical on-orbit operations An active clearance may provide the opportunity for you to work on sensitive SpaceX missions; if so, you will be subject to pre-employment drug and random drug and alcohol testing COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay range: Lead PCB Designer: $130,000.00 - $180,000.00/per year 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, stock options, 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 accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law. 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 . SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com .

Posted 30+ days ago

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SpaceXHawthorne, CA

$80,000 - $115,000 / year

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 of enabling human life on Mars. BENEFITS ANALYST (WORKERS COMPENSATION) RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist with design, implementation, and day-to-day administration of benefit programs, including health & welfare benefit plans, 401(k) plan, and other employee services Support annual benefits open enrollment planning and execution. Help develop effective communication strategy to educate and reach diverse employee population Advise and counsel employees and dependents on day-to-day benefit-related questions (via email, phone, walk-ups, and drop-in sessions) Partner with finance, payroll, HRIS, legal, and vendors to effectively and efficiently perform all aspects of benefit program management, including ensuring accuracy of benefit deductions and streamlining current processes and procedures to ensure proper data flow to relevant parties Assist with provider premium billing statements and resolve any discrepancies Keep abreast of policies, legislative changes, and legal requirements, such as ERISA, HIPAA, and the Affordable Care Act to assist with plan compliance efforts. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned, including but not limited to: Company wellness initiatives and employee services Commuter program support BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree 2+ years of human resources experience in a generalist or benefits background PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Benefits or human resources certification and affiliations (CEBS, PHR, etc.) Ability to use independent judgment and prioritize work Demonstrated excellence thriving in a fast-paced environment Effective verbal, written, and presentation communication skills Demonstrate proficiency with MS Office, especially Excel Attention to detail and commitment to quality Highly collaborative style and strong team orientation Highly organized with ability to manage multiple high-priorities in a fast-paced, loosely structured environment Bilingual in Spanish and English ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: This is not a remote or hybrid position and will require relocation if not already local to the Hawthorne, CA area Position occasionally requires the ability to work extended hours or weekends when needed Ability to travel to other SpaceX offices as needed COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay range: Benefits Analyst/Level I: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00/per yearBenefits Analyst/Level II: $90,000.00 - $115,000.00/per year 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, stock options, 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 accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law. 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 . SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com .

Posted 30+ days ago

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SpaceXHawthorne, CA
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 of enabling human life on Mars. SR. POWER SYSTEMS ENGINEER (FACILITIES) As a member of the critical infrastructure team, you will design, build, and activate some of the world’s most technically advanced manufacturing facilities. As an electrical engineer on the MEP team, you will design and build high power electrical systems that directly contribute to new construction projects. You will be able to operate with autonomy to solve diverse and complex problems, excel at managing multiple projects at a time, and work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. You will work with other construction engineers, architects, trade partners and internal customers to support these goals and have the opportunity to drive real global impact, ultimately leading to making life multiplanetary. The position is based in Hawthorne, CA. RESPONSIBILITIES: Work in a team environment with other engineering disciplines to provide detailed electrical design and specification for the installation of the following equipment and systems: Electrical power distribution systems. Switch-gear and motor control centers. Exterior and interior lighting. Ground support system controls and ladder logic. Uninterruptible power supply (UPS) units. Standby and emergency generators. Automatic transfer switches. Power monitoring hardware and software. Data/phone distribution and wiring. Building and site grounding systems. Fire alarm systems and lightning protection systems. Provide electrical engineering support to facility technicians to troubleshoot existing electrical equipment and controllers. Provide engineering support for the design, operation, and troubleshooting of all the facility's electrical components and systems, including: Load flow analysis of electrical power distribution systems. Electrical equipment evaluation. Building and facility equipment grounding. Power monitoring hardware and software. Ensure that all equipment interfaces properly with other mechanical and electrical systems, including compatibility with facility power budgets. Coordinate all electrical installations and maintenance activities with local electrical utilities personnel. Ensure all electrical designs and installations conform to applicable codes and regulations. Provide code review and analysis utilizing NFPA 70E, NFPA 70 NEC, NFPA 497, NFPA 101, Vol 5 & 6 AFSPCMAN 91-710, and IBC. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or other engineering discipline. 5+ years of professional experience working on electrical projects, power distribution systems, switchgear, UPS's, and/or generators. PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: 10+ years of years of professional experience in a similar role. Professional Engineering (PE) license. Ability to read and understand power and control schematics. Ability to read and understand highly technical equipment operation and maintenance (O&M) manuals. Experience with variable frequency drives (VFDs) and industrial pumps. Experience with controls in MODBUS communication. Experience with medium voltage distribution. Experience with control panel design and production. Working knowledge of power coordination and arc flash. Ability to work on multiple tasks concurrently. High level of self-motivation, with the ability to work under minimal supervision. Good organizational skills. Ability to prioritize and schedule workload. Strong written and verbal communication skills. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: This is not a remote or hybrid position and will require relocation if not already local to the Hawthorne, CA area. Position occasionally requires the ability to work extended hours and weekends when needed. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay range: Electrical Engineer/Senior: $130,000.00 - $180,000.00/per year 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, stock options, 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 accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law. 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 . SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com .

Posted 3 weeks ago

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Design Verification Engineer (Silicon Engineering)

SpaceXSunnyvale, CA

$130,000 - $180,000 / year

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Job Description

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 of enabling human life on Mars.

DESIGN VERIFICATION ENGINEER (SILICON ENGINEERING)

At SpaceX we’re leveraging our experience in building rockets and spacecraft to deploy Starlink, the world’s most advanced broadband internet system. Starlink is the world’s largest satellite constellation and is providing fast, reliable internet to millions of users worldwide. We design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system – thousands of satellites, consumer receivers that allow users to connect within minutes of unboxing, and the software that brings it all together. We’ve only begun to scratch the surface of Starlink’s potential global impact and are looking for best-in-class engineers to help maximize Starlink’s utility for communities and businesses around the globe. 

We are seeking a motivated, proactive, and intellectually curious engineer who will work alongside world-class cross-disciplinary teams (systems, firmware, architecture, design, validation, product engineering, ASIC implementation). In this role, you will be developing cutting-edge next-generation ASICs for deployment in space and ground infrastructures around the globe. These chips are enabling connectivity in places it has previously not been available, affordable or reliable. Your efforts will help deliver cutting-edge solutions that will expand the performance and capabilities of the Starlink network.   

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

  • Responsible for digital ASIC verification at block and system level
  • Write and review test plans, develop test harnesses and test sequences
  • Develop SystemVerilog testbench infrastructure (both UVM and non-UVM) for testing designs, including DSP blocks 
  • Responsible for test plan execution, running regressions, code and functional coverage closure
  • Automate test case generation by using Python and MATLAB programs 
  • Contribute towards pre-silicon verification, chip bring-up and post-silicon validation
  • Be a hands-on self-starter who can execute the steps required to fully verify a complex digital designs

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer science or computer engineering
  • 2+ years of experience with design verification and test bench development

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Advanced degree in electrical engineering or computer engineering
  • Experience with verification methodologies such as UVM
  • Strong object-oriented programming knowledge
  • Strong problem-solving and coding skills
  • Experience in constrained random verification
  • Expertise in developing test plans, implementing coverage models, and analyzing results
  • Experience with scripting languages, e.g. Python for automation
  • RTL design, chip bring-up, and post-silicon validation experience
  • Ability to work in a dynamic environment with changing needs and requirements

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:    Pay range:    Design Verification Engineer/Level I: $130,000.00 - $155,000.00/per year    Design Verification Engineer/Level II: $150,000.00 - $180,000.00/per year    

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, stock options, 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 & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.

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.  

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com

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