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SpaceX’s Starshield program applies Starlink technology to government and national security missions. We are seeking an Avionics Test Engineer to design, build, and maintain test systems for satellite electronic hardware, automate test procedures, perform verification and root-cause analysis, and collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to improve product reliability and yield.

Skills

  • Bachelor’s in electrical/computer engineering or related with electronics emphasis
  • 1+ years experience in electronic hardware development or software development (projects/internships/professional)
  • 1+ years programming experience in Python, MATLAB, or Embedded C/C++
  • Experience using oscilloscopes, DMMs, DAQs and other electronic test instrumentation
  • Ability to analyze circuits, read schematics, and design/troubleshoot PCBAs
  • Familiarity with RF test equipment (spectrum analyzer, VNA, signal generators) preferred

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain custom test solutions for flight electronics, optics, RF components, and electro-mechanical hardware
  • Select COTS hardware or design custom PCBAs to measure signals, apply flight-like loads, and power units under test
  • Write automation software (Python) to control units under test, instrumentation, and production systems
  • Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and test lab teams to improve design for testability, reliability, and yield
  • Perform root-cause analysis of anomalies and implement mitigations to ensure product requirements are met
  • Execute test plans, record data, and update production documentation and test procedures

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or related engineering discipline with emphasis in electronics (required)
  • Relevant academic projects, internships, or professional experience in avionics or electronics testing

Benefits

  • Base salary with potential long-term incentives (stock, options, or cash awards) and discretionary bonuses
  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan and short/long-term disability insurance
  • Life insurance, paid parental leave, paid vacation (approx. 3 weeks), and 10+ paid holidays
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan and various employee discounts
  • Paid sick leave in accordance with company policy
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