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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. RECEIVING SPECIALIST (STARLINK) Starlink is the world's first and largest satellite constellation using a low Earth orbit to deliver broadband internet capable of supporting streaming, online gaming, video calls and more. Leveraging advanced satellites and user hardware coupled with our deep experience with both spacecraft and on-orbit operations, Starlink delivers high-speed, low-latency internet to users all over the world. As a Receiving Specialist on the Starlink Materials Management team, you will be a vital part of the  receiving, tracking, and staging of incoming materials and components critical to the production of our Starlink Satellites. RESPONSIBILITIES:   Acknowledge and take receipt of all incoming materials and packages, identify receipt in the ERP system, and sort for transportation to the identified location   Perform receiving inspection verification on incoming components, assemblies, and materials in accordance with certifications, specifications, and conformance to design requirements   Verify all material received for conformity with accompanying paperwork, checking for damage, correct part numbers and quantity as required   Approve or reject items and document inspection results as required   Document production non-conformance occurrences in accordance with prescribed procedures and processes as required   Communicate with internal customers and suppliers to resolve inspection discrepancies Use an electronic MRP system to route parts and components to the proper departments   Take direction from receiving lead and/or supervisor   Create/print routing labels and other required identifiers for the receipt of material/packages   File and maintain records of incoming paperwork   Maintain strict material handling practices in accordance with good practice and procedures   Evaluate hazardous receipts, inform requestor, and organize delivery to an appropriate location for hazardous materials     BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:   High school diploma or equivalency certificate   2+ years of receiving, precision/mechanical, inventory, or electronics inspection experience PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:   3+ years of experience in a receiving, inventory, or a materials management role   Experience in a high-volume manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, or commercial aircraft environment   Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications   Experience with GD&T and use of metrology tools and gauges   Good communication skills and the ability to articulate aerospace hardware and systems problems to technical professionals to initiate resolutions   Experience with the control of nonconforming hardware, failure/root cause analysis, corrective & preventative processes   Experience operating a forklift or other material-handling motorized vehicles and equipment   Strong computer skills, including familiarity with the Microsoft suite   ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be willing to work all shifts Must be willing to work overtime and on weekends as needed Ability to lift 40 lbs., unassisted, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position   Must be willing to work in an open-aired environment, lacking temperature controls   Must be able to stand/walk for up to 75% of shift time COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay range: Receiving Specialist/Level 1: $22.00 - $24.00/hour Receiving Specialist/Level 2: $24.00 - $28.00/hour Receiving Specialist/Level 3: $26.50 - $30.50/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. Employees in Washington State accrue paid sick time in compliance with state and federal law. Company shuttles are offered to employees for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday. 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 . 

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 INTEGRATION ENGINEER, STARLINK AVIATION The Starlink Aviation team is developing mobility solutions for aircraft that will connect to the Starlink constellation and provide an amazing customer experience in flight. As an electrical engineer, you will be responsible for integrating Starlink products in a variety of airframes and mobile platforms. You will help solve aviation specific electrical issues, running root cause investigations, and working with design, test and manufacturing teams to improve product quality. You will get intimately familiar with the electrical design of the Starlink aviation product and are expected to participate in every step of the aircraft integration process. RESPONSIBILITIES : Design wiring diagrams, wire routing drawings and load analysis for a variety of aircraft types and model variations. Find creative solutions to unique aircraft electrical problems that meet customer expectations and schedule. Support certification efforts by documenting and presenting electrical design and analysis to designated authorities. Supplementing aircraft manuals to identify, install and troubleshoot Starlink installation components. Serve as front line electrical engineering support for Starlink aviation BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: 1+ years of industry experience (internships & co-ops can apply) Experience designing electrical system architectures, harness design and/or electrical wiring plans. Experience applying electrical schematics, wiring manuals, part specifications and/or electrical standard practices. PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: 3+ years of hands-on experience in avionics, aircraft wiring or aircraft electrical systems integration. Proficiency at understanding detailed aircraft wiring manuals, schematics, load analysis and operating manuals. Hands-on experience with avionics integration on aircraft, including wiring installation, certification, electrical testing and troubleshooting. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be willing to work long hours and weekends as needed Must be willing to travel internationally as needed COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay range:      Development Test Engineer/Level I:  $100,000.00 - $120,000.00  Development Test Engineer/Level II: $115,000.00 - $135,000.00  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 . 

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. OPTICAL NETWORK 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 5M+ 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 building a global fleet of gateway stations to support the Starlink network and make up the internet interfacing backbone of the network. We are looking for creative and driven optical engineers to spearhead the design and development of innovative fiber optic connectivity solutions that bind thousands of satellites in the space to the internet points of presence across the globe. Engineers on this team are curious about new possibilities, have strong judgement, and work effectively in a dynamic environment with changing needs as we strive to deliver high-impact technology on a massive scale. RESPONSIBILITIES: Design and develop optical connectivity solutions for the Starlink ground network infrastructure Develop and maintain lab and production test stations for new product qualification and root cause analysis of operational fleet hardware Develop modular, reusable test and automation software in Python for engineering design verification Work with ground networking and space network teams to scale the Starlink network physical layer and optimize traffic flow Develop tools and solutions to proactively monitor the health and availability of the optical infrastructure and lead continuous reliability improvement initiatives BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, applied physics, or an engineering discipline 5+ years of experience in designing optical experiments and developing test automation (internships, student projects, extracurricular project experience, and professional experience all qualify) PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Demonstrated ability to take initiative, and work both independently and within team to achieve high-quality results Fundamental understanding of DWDM transmission systems, communications theory, and/or integrated photonics or optical subsystems Experience in optical network design, planning, and DWDM system performance analysis Hands-on experience with optical device or system level test and characterization Experience in designing and creating test software infrastructure Experience in any scripting/programming language (Python, MATLAB, or similar) Experience performing data extraction, visualization and analysis using programming languages (e.g., Python) or SQL Experience with IP networking and traffic flow fundamentals ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to work extended hours or weekends as needed for mission critical deadlines COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:     Pay Range:     Network Engineer/Senior: $160,000.00 - $220,000.00/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. Company shuttles are offered to employees for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday. 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 . 

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. INTEGRATION TECHNICIAN (STARLINK) - 2nd Shift The Starlink Integration Technician is responsible for hardware assembly, integration, and testing of Starlink Satellites. The task requires both mechanical assembly and avionics integration skills, along with test and repair activities. In short, you will build and test the final satellite assemblies. RESPONSIBILITIES: Stage, set up, assemble, test and install flight hardware Use various mechanical tools without instruction Use precision calibrated tools including automated and manual torque wrenches. Hands on operations with both large and small mechanical assemblies Perform work according to procedures, specifications, and test instructions Collaborate with production engineers to develop and document activities Ensure product quality and conformance to specifications Ensure all production services are performed on time, safely and in a professional manner Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment Support troubleshooting of hardware issues in real-time and provide feedback to eliminate repeat issues BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or equivalency certificate 1+ years of experience with structures, avionics, propulsion, or automotive hardware installation OR a certificate from an accredited trade school/program 1+ year of experience working in electrical or mechanical test environment or performing electrical or mechanical installations PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Ability to work effectively in a team environment Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment Excellent attention to detail and an insistence on permanently correcting errors. Experience in the aerospace industry, aviation, military or other high-volume operating environment preferred. A demonstrated ability in reading/understanding technical drawings, manuals and reports Ability to use precision measuring instruments and test equipment. Knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems A&P certification Hands-on experience performing mechanical or avionics installation work on aircraft Hands-on experience fabricating harnesses and/or electro-mechanical assemblies Skill in operating and manipulating machinery and various hand and power tools requiring manual dexterity.  Experience with forklifts, cranes and heavy equipment is a plus ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed. Estimated shift hours; 2nd Shift 3:30 PM to 2:00 AM Up to 20% of travel may be required for this role. Standing for long periods of time, climbing up and down ladders, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and stretching may be required to perform the functions of this position Must be able to lift up to 25lbs. unassisted COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:  Pay range:          Integration Technician/Level 1: $23.00 - $29.00/hour   Integration Technician/Level 2: $28.00 - $34.50/hour   Integration Technician/Level 3: $33.00 - $40.00/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. Non-exempt Washington employees are eligible for sick leave in accordance with Washington's Sick Leave policies. Company shuttles are offered to employees for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday. 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 . 

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. INTERNATIONAL INFRASTRUCTURE ENGINEER (STARLINK) Starlink is the world’s largest satellite constellation and is providing fast, reliable internet to 4M+ users worldwide. We’ve only begun to scratch the surface of Starlink’s potential global impact and are looking for best-in-class engineers to help develop the systems that enable providing service in new markets and even greater system performance and growth potential. As an International Infrastructure Engineer, you will engage in hardware design initiatives, travel to develop antenna infrastructure build-out plans with international partners, and own global antenna site roll-out plans that support Starlink system-level performance and growth goals. Expect broad scope, diverse engineering challenges, and a great adventure – one day you could be designing a new way to mount an antenna to a roof, and the next day traveling to a new country to develop a solution to power and connect the sites you’re responsible for activating there.   We are looking for people who excel at solving complex problems, managing large projects, are ready to learn new things, and want to work in a dynamic, fast-paced, and collaborative environment to engineer solutions with real global impact. RESPONSIBILITIES: Design antenna sites and site hardware to support, connect, and power the antennas all over the world that backhaul the Starlink network Travel abroad to create infrastructure development plans with international partners to establish antenna sites that maximize the Starlink constellation effectivity and expand customer access Develop new processes and methods that enable rapid deployment of antennas Engage cross-functionally to align technical roadmaps with other contributors to Starlink, like business growth, regulatory, or network engineering teams Review antenna site reliability over time to develop robust solutions that ensure overall system health Demonstrate extreme ownership of product and business outcomes at every stage of conceptualization and implementation  BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in engineering or STEM discipline 1+ years of professional experience in an engineering role PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience with electrical, mechanical, or structural design and analysis Experience with build, production, or integration of components into an assembly, structure, vehicle, or site Demonstrated success in multidisciplinary project execution Experience with any of the following is a bonus: Producing construction drawings or plans SQL, Matlab, Python, C++, or similar Producing dashboards or analytical and statistical models (Ex: Tableau, PowerBI) Physical network infrastructure design or planning ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Willingness to travel to domestic and international ground station sites Must be willing to work long hours and occasional weekends when necessary to support launch and critical project timelines COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:      Pay range:           International Infrastructure Engineer/Level I: $95,000.00 - $115,000.00/per year    International Infrastructure Engineer/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. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year. Company shuttles are offered to employees for round trip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday.  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 . 

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 FPGAs and 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 and/or FPGA 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: $122,500.00 - $145,000.00/per year     Design Verification 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 & 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 . 

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. INVENTORY SPECIALIST (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 5M+ users worldwide. We design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system – thousands of satellites, consumer antennae 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 that work starts here with the Materials Management team. The Inventory Specialist position supports the Starlink satellite factory. As Starlink continues to grow, we are expanding our inventory operation specifically for Starlink satellites. This role is responsible for completing putaways for inbound material, picking products for production, filling the lineside build locations with materials, putting finished goods into inventory, picking finished goods for customer orders, and ensuring inventory accuracy. RESPONSIBILITIES: Receive, store and issue raw material, parts, details and hardware to support shop operations Store parts and materials in bins, drawers, and racks, identifying part and stored location Maintain strict material handling practices in accordance with procedures Perform picking function to make up necessary kits of parts, material and hardware as required, ascertaining that all parts are available and accounted for in kit Verify all material received for conformity with accompanying paperwork, checking for damage, correct part numbers, quantity and revisions Issue material against approved paperwork such as affixing verification and traceability on required serialized parts before issuing. Validate lot trace Abide by all procedures, desk instructions and standard operating documents Monitor shelf-life storage and maintain proper rotation of stock Support the organizations metric goals and objectives Perform good housekeeping chores in area Perform cycle counts BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or equivalency certificate 1+ years of inventory control experience PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: 3+ years of inventory control experience in a warehouse Experience and understanding of inventory and kitting processes Experience operate a forklift and other related inventory equipment Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) Experience within the aerospace, automotive, semiconductor, or electronic fields ERP system experience (SAP, Oracle, etc.) Bachelor's degree in logistics or supply chain management ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be available for the one of the following shifts: 1st Shift: Monday to Friday (5:00 AM - 3:00 PM) and a rotating Saturday 2nd Shift: Monday to Friday (2:00 PM - 12:00 AM) and a rotating Saturday Must be able to work overtime and/or weekends when needed to meet critical deadlines Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs. unassisted Lifting, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position Must be willing to work in an open-aired environment, lacking temperature controls COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay range:     Inventory Specialist/Level 1: $22.00 - $25.00/hour     Inventory Specialist/Level 2: $24.50 - $29.00/hour     Inventory Specialist/Level 3: $27.00 - $34.50/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. Employees in Washington State accrue paid sick time in compliance with state and federal law. Company shuttles are offered to employees for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday. 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 . 

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. WIRE HARNESS TECHNICIAN (STARLINK AVIATION) As a Starlink Aviation Harness Technician, you will be responsible for fabrication of a variety of harnessing products for Starlink Aviation. You will work closely with Starlink Aviation production and design engineering teams to deliver high-quality harness products to bring state-of-the-art connectivity to the global Starlink Aviation fleet. SpaceX is looking to connect a wide variety of customers all around the world - in this role, you will be directly involved and hands-on with accomplishing this mission! RESPONSIBILITIES: Fabricate and assemble high quality and reliable wire harness and electro-mechanical assemblies Self-monitor work progress against area benchmarks, and achieve on-time delivery of all work Read, interpret, and work from drawings and controlled documentation and processes Record work performed using shop floor management system (ERP) Perform verification of flight hardware, and document results in a clear, precise, and complete manner Assist with the development of production processes for first-time production runs Assist with area efficiency improvement projects BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or equivalency certificate 1+ years of experience using mechanical hand tools and/or electrical assembly equipment 1+ years of executing mechanical or electrical build instructions PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Experience building harnessing in industrial or aerospace applications IPC-620-A certification Associate degree Experience in a fast-paced production environment with flight hardware Experience in a high production environment with hands-on experience fabricating harnesses, electro-mechanical assemblies, or prototype development Able to adapt to constant changing work assignments Excellent communication (written and verbal) and teamwork skills Excellent concentration and attention to detail with outstanding work efficiency and accuracy ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to work all shifts and available for overtime and 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 Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted Ability to distinguish colors COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:                           Pay range:           Avionics Harness Technician/Level 1: $22.00 - $26.50/hour Avionics Harness Technician/Level 2: $25.00 - $31.00/hour Avionics Harness Technician/Level 3: $29.00 - $37.00/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. Employees in Washington State accrue paid sick time in compliance with state and federal law. Company shuttles are offered to employees for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday. 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 . 

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. SOURCING SPECIALIST, PoP INFRASTRUCTURE (STARLINK) Starlink is one of the world’s largest ISPs through its expansive satellite constellation and ground infrastructure network. The Infrastructure Operations team is looking for a Sourcing Specialist who will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating and contracting with ISPs, datacenters, IXs, and other datacenter services in a region of the world. As our ground network grows to new countries and regions, you will be faced with challenges in supplier development, managing costs, speed to activation, service delivery, and service reliability. Individuals in this role are creative, fast problem solvers, and ready to take on challenges outside of their comfort zone. Your goal is to creatively manage suppliers and commercial agreements, reduce vendor timelines to deliver critical services to our points of presence (POPs), and work with engineering and multi-disciplinary teams to unlock low-latency, reliable internet services for customers around the world! RESPONSIBILITIES: Find and establish the regional and global supplier partnerships needed to acquire, build, expand, and successfully operate Starlink’s ground infrastructure Cultivate the regional business, cultural, technical, and regulatory expertise needed to assess and ensure the health and reliability of our current and future ground infrastructure Develop best practices, tools, and benchmarks for managing service delivery and POP hardware lead times and costs in your region Work directly with cross-functional teams, including site/network/reliability engineering, legal, billing and payments, finance, shipping and logistics, policy, and design teams to unblock critical path blockers to getting infrastructure connected BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:   Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of experience working in a supply chain, production, operations, or engineering function PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Experience managing an international supplier base or working internationally Self-starting, able to identify areas for improvement with minimal direction Experience in managing projects from beginning to end, especially construction projects Ability to tackle complex and ambiguous problems and define operational processes Exceptional written and verbal communication skills Development experience in Python, C# or other object-oriented language Experience or interest in data analysis, data visualization, and/or financial analysis Demonstrates commitment to SpaceX’s goals of reusability, renewability, and sustainability ADDITIONAL REQUREMENTS: Willingness to travel up to 25% Willingness to work long hours when needed to meet critical deadlines COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:              Pay range:           Sourcing Manager: $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. 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 . 

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, POWER SYSTEMS CONTROLS   (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 6M+ users worldwide. We design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system – thousands of satellites, antennas 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 the world’s best engineers to help maximize Starlink’s utility for communities and businesses around the globe. As a Software Engineer on the Starlink Power Systems Control team, you are responsible for maximizing the network value of each satellite while ensuring satellites fly safely. You will develop first principles models of satellite thermal and power behavior, optimize algorithms to provide excellence user experience subject to physical constraints, contribute to simulation software and data analysis, and be part of the team designing next generation satellite hardware and software solutions. This is a high impact role where you will coordinate with experts from other engineering disciplines to determine how all Starlink satellites optimally work together. SpaceX is looking for smart, motivated software engineers who enjoy taking on complex challenges, work well in dynamic environments and care about software best practices. Our software engineers are responsible for the complete lifecycle of the software they create, including development, testing, and support. We expect our engineers to close the feedback loop between software design and real-world performance. In this role, your software will have meaningful and measurable impact on the world. RESPONSIBILITIES:   Develop highly reliable, real-time software that plans how satellites should spend energy to form a low-latency, high-bandwidth global network Build models that accurately predict behavior of physical systems and user experience Participate in code reviews and lead software architecture and design Develop prototypes and manage experiments to prove out key design concepts Maintain simulation and analysis tooling to prevent regressions and ensure rapid development iteration BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:   Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or STEM discipline OR 2+ years of experience in software development   Development experience in C/C++  PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:   Interested candidates who meet the basic qualifications should consider applying. The following preferred skills and experience are helpful for this role, but candidates with only some of them are able to be successful on our team. Learning on the job is critical success at SpaceX, and a core part of the excitement of working on a flight software team.   Strong proficiency in C++, python Strong software design and development skills in production software environments Thorough knowledge of physics and math Strong skills in debugging, performance optimization, and unit testing Creative and efficient approach to problem solving Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with changing needs and requirements Ability to work independently and in a team, take initiative, and communicate effectively ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:   Willing to work extended hours and weekends when needed   COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:          Pay range:     Software Engineer/Level I: $122,500.00 - $145,000.00/per year     Software 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 & 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. Company shuttles are offered to employees for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday. 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 . 

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. SOURCING MANAGER  (STARLINK) SpaceX is on a fast track to become the market leader in various product categories like US based human spaceflight, rapid vehicle reusability, internet services through the Starlink constellation and other exciting projects. The SpaceX Supply Chain Department is a critical player in our operations. To capitalize on SpaceX’s technological and market changing successes, our team will be part of managing an agile yet robust supply chain that will enable a competitive advantage for the company. The functions within the department include procurement, planning and fulfillment, supplier development and quality, logistics and inventory. SpaceX Supply Chain will play a key role in enabling SpaceX to meet these ambitious growth targets and greatly contribute in making us a multi-planetary species. RESPONSIBILITIES:    Develop and manage supply base (domestic and international) to support on raw materials used to produce mechanical components through NPI and production phases  Work directly with key suppliers to develop and implement sourcing and cost management strategies that support existing platforms and new product development  Provide guidance to internal customers on design for manufacturability and trade analysis for polymers, resins, and adhesive components, onboarding requirements, and quality Act as the supplier interface for all RFIs, RFPs and RFQs Monitor global industry trends, track technology roadmaps, and actively partner with the Design teams to identify/mitigate supply and demand challenges Partner with internal resources to drive adoption of low-cost parts and avoidance of obsolescence Visit supplier facilities and accurately assess operational capability, financial health, and capacity in order to award contracts in support of new product development and long-term production Conduct comprehensive supplier analysis, including strategic direction, capacity, market and industry position, and risk assessment Manage costs to ensure alignment with program budget Present value propositions to executives, including those related to contract award, cost reviews, cost reduction strategies and critical supply issues  Work with supply chain engineers to develop requirements for both NPI and production phases  Negotiate contracts to ensure continuity of supply and protect SpaceX interests  BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:   Advanced degree and 3+ years of experience working in one or more of the following; or bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of experience working in one or more of the following; or 9+ years of experience working in one or more of the following: Engineering Purchasing Contract negotiation Material or production planning Operations or supply chain management Material cost control Master production scheduling Technical procurement or planning experience with raw material commodities PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: 6+ years of procurement experience in raw materials (polymers, resins, adhesives, chemicals, metals, powders etc.) sourcing  Experience in new product introduction (NPI) and mass production (MP) Experience reading technical drawings, data sheets, fabrication drawing, BOMs and all related files Drive piece price and tooling negotiation process to ensure that SpaceX’s commodity pricing meet Best-In-Class expectations, while meeting Best-In-Class quality, in addition to driving continual cost reduction and avoidance initiatives through ad-hoc price negotiations Address all areas of category management including category business plans, market conditions, technology roadmaps, cost modeling, and sourcing strategies Proven track record of taking ownership, successfully negotiating preferred pricing and driving results Detail-oriented, self-motivated and able to respond quickly to a fast-moving and ever-changing environment Exceptional analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills Effective written, verbal and presentation communication skills Conducts all activities with the highest level of integrity ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to travel and communicate outside of work hours: Up to 50% travel in work week Willingness to work long hours and weekend when needed to meet critical deadlines COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:              Pay range:           Sourcing Manager: $110,000.00 - $145,000.00/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. 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 . 

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. FIRE PROTECTION ENGINEER (STARLINK) Starlink is the world's first and largest satellite constellation using a low Earth orbit to deliver broadband internet capable of supporting streaming, online gaming, video calls and more. We design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system – thousands of satellites, consumer antennae 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 we are looking for world-class engineers to ensure that our facilities can meet the needs of the production and engineering teams. The Fire Protection Engineer provides engineering design support and subject matter expertise in fire protection, life safety, building and fire codes, fire hazard and risk assessment, fire and smoke spread, fire detection, alarm and sprinkler system design, industrial fire hazards, fire investigation support, and other facilities engineering expertise. RESPONSIBILITIES: Support engineering design, analysis, calculations, and specifications for facility fire and life safety systems Develop building and fire code compliance documents and fire life safety designs for SpaceX facilities  Develop AM&M (Alternate Means & Methods) to local AHJ to help with performance-based design criteria to meet the intent of the code Perform hazardous material analysis for code compliance purposes, such as chemical classification, chemical maximum allowable quantity analysis, chemical inventory management, and related system design support Support facility construction teams to develop field solutions Support commissioning activities during pre-test and AHJ testing phases for launch site facility builds Conduct fire/life safety code reviews and analyses Prepare and present technical reports and presentations Review and comment on shop drawing design packages developed by contractors BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline 1+ years of experience in the design and construction of fire protection systems and/or fire protection consulting (Internship and college competitions teams count) Working knowledge of Building & Fire Codes and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Codes & Standards PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in fire protection engineering Professional Engineer License (P.E., passed the Principles of Engineering exam) NICET certification in relevant fire protection programs Ability to lead project design teams Knowledgeable in OSHA compliance Fire & Smoke software modeling capabilities Construction Administration experience Proficient in Autodesk Revit ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Willing to work extended hours as needed to meet project timelines Willing to travel 25% for specific project needs COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay range:          Fire Protection Engineer/Level I: $95,000.00 - $115,000.00/per year Fire Protection Engineer/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 in Washington State accrue paid sick time in compliance with state and federal law. Company shuttles are offered to employees for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday. 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 . 

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. PRODUCTION TECHNICIAN - 2ND SHIFT One of the most ambitious missions that SpaceX has undertaken to date, the Starlink satellite constellation, is our solution to providing reliable internet to the entire world. We are looking for talented technicians to help full-scale production of the Starlink satellites. The success of Starlink depends on the quality, reliability, cost, manufacturability, throughput, and security of the products that you deliver. If you seek a fast-paced, dynamic environment; if you thrive on solving difficult problems where resolutions have high impact; and if you love the challenge of building something from scratch, then this role will be an ideal next career step. RESPONSIBILITIES: Build small electrical sub-assemblies Mechanical/electrical assembly of satellite components, subassemblies, and integration of final vehicle assemblies Mechanical/electrical assembly of PCB assemblies into product chassis Build-up battery cell modules Build solar modules and solar arrays Wire harnessing Solder and desolder through-hole and SMT components Support conformal coat, masking, epoxy application and coating Run functional testing of built hardware, including setup, instrumentation, test execution, and teardown Operate complex automated equipment, including troubleshooting and maintenance Support the development of prototype test capabilities for spacecraft component development and life tests Assist in the identification, installation and implementation of test equipment, instrumentation and data acquisition systems Ensure lab equipment is maintained and calibrated, track calibration schedules Responsible for some preventative maintenance activities on test equipment and data acquisition systems Identify test equipment requirements for planned tests, maintain test consumables inventory, and develop test procedures and processes accordingly Perform test setups as needed to support developments across several test regimes - thermal, shock, thermal vacuum, vibration Manage schedule priorities and independently executing work to meet company deliverables BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: High school degree or equivalency certificate 1+ years of hands on work experience PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: 2+ years of experience in electro-mechanical assembly, integration or mechanical assembly experience Associate degree Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license Demonstrated ability to read, interpret and work from drawings, controlled documentation and processes such as: layout drawings, mechanical drawings, assembly procedures/work instructions; schematics, engineering drawings, and parts list Able to proficiently use a PC, Microsoft Windows, and Microsoft Office suite Excellent communication and organizational skills Experience working in an electro-mechanical manufacturing company, a precision manufacturing company, or high-volume manufacturing company Experience with electrical wiring IPC and/or J-STD certification Electro-mechanical assembly and prototype development experience Experience setting up and running tests and experiments Soldering experience ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Willing to work all shifts, overtime and weekends as needed. Estimated shift times: 2nd shift: 3:30 PM - 2 AM Standing for long periods of time, climbing up and down ladders, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and stretching may be required to perform the functions of this position Able to lift up to 25lbs. unassisted COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:  Pay range:     Starlink Production Technician/Level 1: $22.00 - $26.50/hour     Starlink Production Technician/Level 2: $25.50 - $31.00/hour     Starlink Production Technician/Level 3: $29.50 - $37.00/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. Non-exempt Washington employees are eligible for sick leave in accordance with Washington's Sick Leave policies. Company shuttles are offered to employees for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday. 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 . 

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. ANTENNA ENGINEER (STARLINK) SpaceX is leveraging its 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 5M+ users worldwide. We design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system – thousands of satellites, consumer products 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. As we continue to upgrade and expand the constellation, we’re looking for best-in-class engineers to join the team. As a member of the Antenna Engineering team, you’ll have extreme ownership of phased array antennas, parabolic antennas, other RF systems for the satellites, gateways, and customer-facing hardware, and the opportunity to develop something entirely new to the market. You’ll regularly interact with senior leadership to influence fundamental operation of our constellation and network while collaborating with electrical, silicon, software, mechanical, and manufacturing teams to steer this project from initial conception to manufacturing. RESPONSIBILITIES:  Design of advanced antenna and feed systems in support of next generation products including phased array and reflector products Fabricate and characterize prototypes of antennas, feed systems and RF front ends Contribute to development of software and testing of digital beamforming systems to demonstrate full phased array functionality Provide phased array expertise to set specifications and debug problems covering satellite and consumer phased array products Perform design validation testing of prototype and production designs Contribute to various aspects of the integration of the antennas into spacecraft and other systems Analyze in-the-field operational RF performance data of units and investigate methods to improve performance and debug issues BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline 2+ years of research or development experience in the general areas of RF and antennas (internship and thesis work acceptable) 1+ years of experience using one of the 3D EM simulation tools: CST, HFSS, FEKO, EMPro, TICRA or XFDTD PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Master’s degree or PhD in electrical engineering with some research/thesis work on RF or antennas Experience with basic RF concepts such as impedance matching, linear and aperture antennas, smith chart, power handling metrics (IIP2, IMD), microwave network analysis, RF filter design 1+ years of programming experience in Python, C#, C++, or MATLAB Familiarity with antenna measurement techniques and tools such as anechoic/reverb chambers, near field EM measurements Familiarity with one of the mainstream RF circuit simulation tools: AWR, ADS, Genesys Familiarity with antenna prototyping tools and techniques Ability to work in a fast paced, autonomously driven, and demanding start-up atmosphere Excellent communication skills both written and verbal Passion for advancing the commercial space industry and human spaceflight ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to work extended hours or weekends as needed for mission critical deadlines COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay range:           Antenna Engineer/Level I: $120,000.00 - $145,000.00/per year     Antenna 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. 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 . 

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. HARDWARE / INFRASTRUCTURE SITE RELIABILITY 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 5M+ 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 an engineer focused on Starlink’s software and network infrastructure, you will design, operate and scale the infrastructure we use to run the world’s largest satellite constellation and manage a network that handles millions of daily users worldwide. These positions cover a variety of areas ranging from Site Reliability Engineering, to Developer Operations, to our internal Kubernetes platforms. You will develop automation to deploy and manage on-premise compute resources, create highly scalable and maintainable software products, and directly collaborate with engineering across the board. RESPONSIBILITES: Develop automation to deploy and manage on-premise compute resources Deploy and manage core infrastructure such as databases, monitoring and distributed storage Closely collaborate with software engineers to create highly scalable, operable and maintainable products Engage in and improve the whole lifecycle of hardware -- from inception and design, through deployment, operation, scaling and retirement Invent tools and processes that enable fast, accurate, and easy-to-use development and deployment systems Hands-on integration and troubleshooting across the entire Starlink stack  Create and manage core infrastructure such as databases and software libraries Identify areas for improvement and create innovative solutions that enable high developer velocity BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems/IT, or an engineering discipline and 1+ years of professional experience in systems administration, site reliability engineering, or DevOps; OR 3+ years of professional experience in systems administration, site reliability engineering, or DevOps in lieu of a degree 1+ years of professional experience with Linux operating systems Experience with Terraform, Ansible, or other infrastructure tools Experience with containerization technologies (i.e. Docker, Kubernetes) Experience in Bash, Python, and/or other scripting languages Development experience in Python, Go, C++, or C PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: 1+ years of experience with Python and Python-based development frameworks Strong understanding of operating systems, virtualization, and hypervisor technologies Knowledge of Linux boot process and systems configuration Deep understanding of testing, continuous integration, build, deployment & monitoring Focus on performance bottlenecks and performance improvement techniques Experience with automatically managing dozens, hundreds, or thousands of servers Strong networking knowledge of TCP/IP Excellent communications skills with the ability to communicate with customers, peers, management etc. in both formal and informal situations ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:          Pay range:     Software Engineer/Level I: $122,500.00 - $145,000.00/per year     Software 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. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year. Company shuttles are offered to employees for round trip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday.  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 . 

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. MODEM / DSP COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS 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 are looking for best-in-class engineers to help maximize Starlink’s utility for communities and businesses around the globe.  The Starlink modem team is seeking motivated, proactive, and intellectually curious engineers who can work with world-class cross-disciplinary teams (firmware, architecture, design, validation, product engineering, ASIC implementation). In this role, you will develop system algorithms and silicon solutions for cutting-edge communication systems for deployment in space and ground infrastructures. These systems 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:    System-level and link-level design in support of a robust satellite broadband communication system  Work in close collaboration with ASIC/FPGA, RF/antenna, and software engineers to design and validate silicon-based systems  Develop floating-point and fixed-point models and run simulations to analyze and validate overall system performance, including modem performance  Support IC designers with bit-accurate and cycle-accurate vector generation for silicon verification  Generate spacecraft and consumer equipment system specifications, requirements, and test procedures  Support silicon bring up and validation by developing and implementing system test plans  BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, physics, computer engineering or electrical engineering 5+ years of experience in system-level modeling and/or digital signal processing PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Advanced degree in electrical engineering with emphasis in communication systems and/or digital signal processing 8+ years of professional experience in system-level modeling Professional experience in working on aspects of multiple access schemes such as TDMA, CDMA and OFDMA Professional experience in design and verification of high data rate wireless modems Expertise in MATLAB, C/C++, and/or Python Expertise in wireless communication standards, such as 5GNR, LTE, WiFi, Bluetooth, etc Expertise in designing and implementing system-level procedures and algorithms Expertise in building and using system-level simulators and performance analysis Expertise in various multiple access schemes including downlink and uplink scheduler designs and tradeoffs Understanding of system link budgets and analysis related to communication systems Understanding of modem designs, link-level algorithms and hardware architectures Understanding of ASIC and FPGA development concepts, methodologies, and procedures Experience working in the lab and using lab equipment Strong interpersonal/written/verbal communication skills and experience with cross-functional collaboration Strong teamwork skills combined with ability to work autonomously as an individual contributor High level of self-motivation and desire to be challenged and learn new skills Strong problem solving skills with high attention to detail Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with changing needs and requirements Ability to meet tough goals under high pressure and manage time effectively ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Extended hours and weekend work may be required to support critical project and mission milestones COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:     Pay range:     DSP Systems Engineer/Senior: $160,000.00 - $220,000.00/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 . 

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. RAN INTEGRATION ENGINEER (DIRECT TO CELL) As a member of the direct to cell team, this position will play a critical role in integrating, testing and evaluating the functional performance, reliability and robustness of a complex satellite communication network. You will integrate the communication system components on satellite and ground stations. You will explore, assess, track, and report performance status to project leaders. You will implement tools to conduct, track and improve testing processes and effectiveness. You will ensure that satellites and ground networks provide the best possible communications system performance, successful network integration with mobile operators while also ensuring compliance with our operating licenses. RESPONSIBILITIES: Define LTE and 5G RAN(Radio Access Network) and EPC (Evolved Packet Core) Product requirements, identify new product features and develop network integration plans for communication into carrier-grade network architecture Identify technology trades and create product roadmaps for cellular products globally (e.g. emergency, public warning systems and roaming services) Technical partnership program management with international mobile network operators (to scale to 10x what we have today), including deep technical discussions and supporting network integrations Create and own documentation of cellular network design, integration and performance metrics for international expansion strategy for direct to handset such as 3GPP feature and interface support, regulatory BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline 5+ years of hands-on integration of cellular LTE and 5G networks (EPC, 5GC, and IMS) 2+ years of experience with 3G, LTE, or 5G network delivery, automation, design and deployment Experience with 3GPP and transport network interfaces and protocols (e.g. diameter, SCTP, GTP, S1/5/6a/8, NAS, Gx/Rx, etc.) Experience with RAN (Radio Access Network) PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Master’s degree in an engineering discipline Experience with strategic technology decision making and designing state-of-the-art telecommunication networking infrastructure and feature roadmaps with an operator or vendor setting Knowledge of satellite and wireless communication theory Ability to handle C-Level technical discussions and presentations 5+ years of experience integrating and/or testing cellular 3G/4G/5G, WiFi, or similar protocol stacks Experience with Linux and Linux tools for automation Familiar with lab test equipment such network analyzers, packet load modules, and network emulators Demonstrable experience in script development for test automation Demonstrable experience in creating test plans and setting up test beds Experience with Atlassian tool suite - JIRA, Stash, Bamboo Familiar with version control tool Git/Gerrit, SVN Excellent communication skills Ability to work independently ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed Willing and able to spend extended periods at partner sites COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:   Pay Range:     Core Integration Engineer/Sr.: $160,000.00 - $220,000.00/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 . 

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. SOFTWARE INFRASTRUCTURE 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 5M+ 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 an engineer focused on Starlink’s software and network infrastructure, you will design, operate and scale the infrastructure we use to run the world’s largest satellite constellation and manage a network that handles millions of daily users worldwide. These positions cover a variety of areas ranging from Developer Operations, to Site Reliability and managing our Kubernetes environment. You will develop automation to deploy and manage on-premise compute resources, create highly scalable and maintainable software products, and directly collaborate with engineering across the board. RESPONSIBILITES: Develop automation to deploy and manage on-premise compute resources Deploy and manage core infrastructure such as databases, monitoring and distributed storage Closely collaborate with software engineers to create highly scalable, operable and maintainable products Engage in and improve the whole lifecycle of services -- from inception and design, through deployment, operation and refinement Invent tools and processes that enable fast, accurate, and easy-to-use development and deployment systems Provide fast and comprehensive software validation, including virtualized, hardware-in-the-loop, and on-orbit test platforms  Monitoring and data analysis in support of a continuous integration and release system Hands-on integration and troubleshooting across the entire Starlink stack  Create and manage core infrastructure such as databases and software libraries Identify areas for improvement and create innovative solutions that enable high developer velocity BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems/IT, or an engineering discipline and 5+ years of professional experience in systems administration, site reliability engineering, or DevOps; OR 7+ years of professional experience in systems administration, site reliability engineering, or DevOps in lieu of a degree 2+ years of professional experience with Linux operating systems Experience with Terraform, Ansible, or other infrastructure tools Experience with containerization technologies (i.e. Docker, Kubernetes) Experience in Bash, Python, and/or other scripting languages Development experience in Python, C++ or C PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: 3+ years of experience with Python and Python-based development frameworks Strong understanding of virtualization and hypervisor technologies Knowledge of Linux boot process and systems configuration Deep understanding of testing, continuous integration, build, deployment & continuous monitoring Strong understanding of relevant technologies, such as: Bazel or other build systems Linux, Docker, Kubernetes, or similar technologies Focus on performance bottlenecks and performance improvement techniques Understanding of databases and data modeling Experience with automatically managing dozens, hundreds, or thousands of servers (eg: Terraform or Ansible) Strong networking knowledge of TCP/IP Excellent communications skills with the ability to communicate with customers, peers, management etc. in both formal and informal situations ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:          Pay range:     Software Engineer/Senior: $160,000.00 - $220,000.00/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. Company shuttles are offered to employees for round trip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday.  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 . 

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. RADIATION EFFECTS ENGINEER As a member of our fast-paced Radiation Effects team, you will be responsible for ensuring avionics hardware performance across our fleet of vehicles (Dragon, Falcon, Starship, Lunar Human Landing System, etc.) through some of the harshest and varied radiation environments imaginable. In order to ensure maximum reliability in an ionizing radiation environment, the Radiation team at SpaceX performs exhaustive analysis, design, and test at the component, board, unit, and subsystem levels with extensive opportunity to interact with a vast array of rocket and spacecraft hardware and electronics. As one of the few teams required to interface with the design, manufacturing, integration, and mission operations teams, we play a critical role in the development of our systems as we advance our efforts towards broadband satellite internet and safe, reliable, inexpensive, and innovative access to space. This work all supports our fundamental goal of expanding human space exploration capabilities and establishing a permanent human presence on the moon and Mars. RESPONSIBILITIES: Support a cross-discipline team of design and system engineers in providing radiation test and analysis results, advice on requirements flow down, modeling and analysis reports, and recommendations for mitigating radiation effects Develop component databases and applications for interfacing with radiation test data used across programs Work with supply chain, component reliability and radiation engineering to ensure test data collected during radiation test campaigns is available and accessible to design engineers Review PCN changes to ensure maintenance of radiation qualification status Develop testing and reporting standards for component and flight PCBA radiation tests Work with supply chain and component reliability teams to refine preferred components across programs Work with circuit design, electronics manufacturing, and software implementation to analyze and improve test coverage Make recommendations for design, process improvements, and data collection Establish requirements for component procurement specifications Comply with all radiation regulatory requirements for radiation safety BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or physics 2+ years of professional experience in the radiation effects field PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Experience with full stack web development including python, SQL, JavaScript, html Experience with single event effects risk calculations Previous work experience in radiation effects including modeling, testing, and/or analysis Experience in writing scripts to control test hardware Proficiency with hardware blueprints/schematics and circuit functions based on designs Previous component engineering experience and/or component reliability experience Strong mathematics and statistics knowledge base Excellent written and verbal communication skills Proficiency with avionics hardware spanning integrated circuits, PCBA boards, sensors/transducers, functional troubleshooting, and defect detection Radiation dose safety training   ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Extended hours and weekend work may be required to support critical project and mission milestones COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS Pay range:       Radiation Effects/Level I: $100,000.00 - $120,000.00/per year        Radiation Effects/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 in Washington State accrue paid sick time in compliance with state and federal law. Company shuttles are offered to employees for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday. 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 .