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Sr. Power Electronics Engineer, Satellites (Starlink)

SpaceX is developing Starlink, the world’s largest satellite broadband constellation, and seeks an experienced power electronics engineer to design, analyze, and test DC-DC converters and electrical power subsystems for satellites and ground systems. The role requires hands-on converter development, magnetics design, modeling/simulation, and cross-functional collaboration to drive hardware from concept through verification for harsh, spaceflight environments.

Skills

  • Proven DC-DC power converter development experience
  • Magnetics design including planar magnetics and custom transformers/inductors
  • Modeling, simulation, and hands-on testing of power electronics
  • Experience with control loop design, compensation, and loop-gain/impedance measurements
  • Familiarity with battery systems, MPPT, and power system reliability/fault tolerance

Responsibilities

  • Design, analyze, and test DC-DC converters for harsh and spaceflight environments
  • Perform electrical power system and subsystem level design trades and develop requirements
  • Define and execute verification and validation testing and analysis for power systems
  • Design custom magnetics (planar and wound) and select optimal converter topologies and components
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (design, test, production) to mature hardware to flight readiness

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (required)
  • Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (preferred)

Benefits

  • Base salary range $135,000 - $205,000 per year plus eligibility for long-term incentives (stock/options)
  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan and short/long-term disability insurance
  • Paid parental leave, paid vacation (approx. 3 weeks), and 10+ paid holidays
  • Employee stock purchase plan and potential discretionary bonuses
  • Company shuttles from select Seattle locations to Redmond office
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