Harnessing Design Engineer, Satellites - Starlink

SpaceX is seeking a Harnessing Design Engineer to join the Starlink satellite program in Redmond, WA. This role centers on designing harnesses that boost both performance and reliability for advanced satellite systems. Key responsibilities Design and develop harness solutions tailored for Starlink satellites Collaborate with engineers from other specialties to ensure harness designs integrate smoothly into satellite systems Apply technical knowledge to support and advance satellite technology Teamwork Regular collaboration with colleagues from different engineering backgrounds is a core part of this position, all contributing to the ongoing progress of the Starlink mission.

Join SpaceX as a Mechanical Engineer specializing in satellite harnessing for our revolutionary Starlink project. In this role, you will be responsible for designing and developing high-performance harness systems that integrate seamlessly into our satellite technology. Collaborate with a team of skilled engineers and technicians to ensure the successful implementation of cutting-edge solutions that meet rigorous standards of reliability and efficiency.

At SpaceX, we envision a future where humanity explores the stars, driven by the technology we develop today. Our ultimate goal is to establish human life on Mars.ELECTRICAL DESIGN ENGINEER - SATELLITES (STARLINK)Join SpaceX as we harness our rocket and spacecraft expertise to deploy Starlink, the world's most advanced broadband internet system. Starlink boasts the largest satellite constellation globally, delivering fast and reliable internet access to millions. We design, build, test, and operate every component of this innovative system, from thousands of satellites to user-friendly receivers and the software that integrates it all. As we enhance and expand our constellation, we seek exceptional engineers to be part of this groundbreaking mission.As an Electrical Design Engineer for Starlink, you will be responsible for the complete lifecycle of the hardware that powers our connectivity solutions, engaging in electrical, mechanical, thermal analysis, software, and antenna/RF engineering. Your challenges will encompass high-speed digital communications, analog systems, network integration, power electronics, and RF devices. Your responsibilities will range from system design and schematic capture to PCB layout oversight, alongside hardware troubleshooting and setting requirements for the silicon and the entire product production and testing processes. You will also play a vital role in achieving successful outcomes across interdisciplinary subsystems, collaborating with mechanical and software engineering teams.Key sub-teams include:Avionics: The heart of Starlink satellites lies in the avionics systems, controlling the vehicle, distributing kilowatts of power, routing high-speed vehicle and user traffic, and connecting satellites via our advanced Space Lasers. This team is tasked with the design, development, and success of these systems from inception to completion.Payload: Our satellites utilize cutting-edge phased arrays, parabolic antennas, and custom compute and modem electronics to ensure exceptional connectivity for our customers. The Payload team is responsible for the design, development, and success of this hardware from conception to delivery.Your placement on these teams will be determined during the interview process based on technical fit, expertise, and personal preference.

At SpaceX, we aspire to a future where humanity explores the cosmos. Our mission is to develop cutting-edge technology that paves the way for human life on Mars.Electrical Hardware Design Engineer - Satellites (Starlink)SpaceX is leveraging its extensive experience in aerospace technology to deploy Starlink, the world's most advanced broadband internet system. This project encompasses the largest satellite constellation globally, delivering fast and reliable internet access to millions. Our team is involved in every aspect of the system, from satellite design and consumer receivers to the integrated software that connects it all. As we expand and enhance Starlink's capabilities, we seek exceptional engineers to join our mission.As an Electrical Design Engineer for Starlink, you will oversee the entire hardware lifecycle that facilitates connectivity, engaging in various domains such as electrical, mechanical, thermal analysis, software, and antenna/RF engineering. Your challenges will include high-speed digital communications, analog signal processing, network system integration, power electronics, and RF devices. Your responsibilities will range from system design and schematic captures to PCB layout management, hardware troubleshooting, and defining requirements for silicon development and product testing. You will also collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including mechanical and software engineers, to drive successful outcomes across satellite subsystems.Avionics: The avionics systems are the backbone of Starlink satellites, managing vehicle control, power distribution, high-speed traffic routing, and inter-satellite communication via advanced Space Lasers. This team is responsible for the design and success of these systems from inception to implementation.Payload: The Payload team focuses on industry-leading phased arrays, parabolic antennas, and custom compute + modem electronics to deliver connectivity to our customers. They oversee the design and execution of this hardware from conception to deployment.Your team assignment will be determined during the interview process, considering your technical skills, expertise, and preferences.

Join SpaceX as an Operations Engineer for the groundbreaking Starlink Satellite Production team. In this vital role, you will spearhead initiatives aimed at enhancing safety, reliability, and efficiency within our satellite manufacturing processes. By collaborating closely with our development, supply chain, and production teams, you will design and refine processes and infrastructure, paving the way for both current and future satellite systems. Your work will directly contribute to delivering low-latency broadband internet globally through our innovative satellite constellation.

At SpaceX, we are driven by the vision of a future where humanity explores the cosmos. Currently, we are pioneering the technologies to make this dream a reality, with an ultimate focus on establishing human life on Mars. As a Mechanical Engineer in our Satellite Vehicle Engineering team, you will tackle intricate structural, thermal, and electromechanical challenges associated with our cutting-edge satellite hardware. Your role will encompass the entire design lifecycle—from conceptualization and prototyping to testing, manufacturing, and large-scale production. Collaborate with diverse engineering disciplines to democratize internet access worldwide through the Starlink constellation, which serves over five million customers across 120 countries. Join us to be part of a mission that is reshaping global connectivity.

As a Mechanical Engineer specializing in Satellite Bus systems at SpaceX, you will play a crucial role in the design, development, and testing of advanced satellite technologies for the Starlink project. Your expertise in mechanical engineering will contribute to innovative solutions that enhance the performance and reliability of our satellite buses.

At SpaceX, we envision a future where humanity explores the cosmos. Our mission is to develop groundbreaking technologies that make interplanetary living possible, with the ultimate aim of establishing human life on Mars.SENIOR ELECTRICAL DESIGN ENGINEER - SATELLITES (STARLINK)SpaceX is at the forefront of deploying Starlink, the world's most sophisticated broadband internet system, leveraging our extensive expertise in rocket and spacecraft design. Starlink represents the largest satellite constellation globally, delivering fast and reliable internet to millions. Our team is responsible for the comprehensive design, development, testing, and operation of all system components, including thousands of satellites, user-friendly consumer receivers, and the sophisticated software that integrates these elements. As we continue to evolve and enhance our constellation, we are seeking exceptional engineers to join our innovative team.As a Senior Electrical Design Engineer for Starlink, you will take complete ownership of the hardware lifecycle that facilitates connectivity. Your role will intersect various engineering disciplines, including electrical, mechanical, thermal analysis, software, and antenna/RF engineering. You will tackle challenges in high-speed digital communication, analog systems, network integration, power electronics, and RF devices. Your responsibilities will span from system design and schematic capture to PCB layout oversight, hardware troubleshooting, and defining requirements for silicon and full-scale product production and testing. Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, including mechanical and software engineering, will be essential to drive successful outcomes across satellite subsystems.Your placement within specific teams, such as:Avionics: Responsible for the bus avionics systems that control the satellite, manage power distribution, and facilitate high-speed data routing and inter-satellite communication via our advanced Space Lasers.Payload: Focused on cutting-edge phased arrays, parabolic antennas, and custom electronics to deliver superior connectivity to our customers.will be determined during the interview process based on your technical skills and personal preferences.

At SpaceX, we are driven by a vision of a future where humanity explores the cosmos. Our mission is to develop groundbreaking technologies that will facilitate human life on Mars and beyond.Principal Electrical Engineer - StarlinkAs a leader in aerospace technology, SpaceX is revolutionizing global internet access through Starlink, the largest satellite constellation on Earth. Our advanced system delivers high-speed, reliable internet to millions of users around the globe. We are responsible for designing, building, testing, and operating every aspect of this innovative project, from thousands of satellites to user-friendly receivers and the integrated software that connects it all.In your role as Principal Electrical Engineer, you will oversee the entire lifecycle of the hardware that powers this connectivity, collaborating across various engineering disciplines, including mechanical, thermal analysis, software, and antenna/RF engineering. You will tackle challenges related to high-speed digital communications, analog systems, power electronics, and RF devices. Your responsibilities will encompass system design, schematic capture, PCB layout oversight, hardware troubleshooting, and driving requirements for silicon development and product testing. You will also play a crucial role in achieving successful outcomes across interdisciplinary satellite subsystems, including partnerships with peers in mechanical and software engineering.Sub-teams include:Avionics: Responsible for designing and developing the avionics systems that control the satellite, manage power distribution, and facilitate high-speed communication via cutting-edge Space Lasers.Payload: Focused on the innovative hardware, including phased arrays and custom electronics, that deliver connectivity to our users.Your team assignment will be determined during the interview process based on your technical skills, expertise, and personal preferences.

Join SpaceX as a Materials Engineer specializing in satellite systems for the Starlink project. In this role, you will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop and innovate advanced materials that are critical to the functionality and performance of our satellite technology. Your expertise will contribute to the design, testing, and implementation of materials used in the harsh environments of space, ensuring reliability and efficiency.As a key member of our engineering team, you will engage in hands-on testing, analyze material properties, and work closely with design and manufacturing teams to optimize material performance. This position offers a unique opportunity to work on groundbreaking technology that is reshaping global connectivity.

At SpaceX, we envision a future where humanity explores the stars, and we are committed to making this dream a reality. Our mission is to develop groundbreaking technologies that will facilitate human life on Mars and beyond.LOADS AND DYNAMICS ENGINEER, SATELLITES (STARLINK)Join SpaceX as we harness our expertise in rocket and spacecraft engineering to launch Starlink, the most advanced broadband internet system globally. As the largest satellite constellation, Starlink delivers fast and reliable internet to over 10 million users worldwide. Our team designs, builds, tests, and operates every component of the system—thousands of satellites, consumer receivers for instantaneous connectivity, and the software that integrates everything. We are just beginning to realize Starlink's global potential, and we need top-tier engineers to enhance its impact on communities and businesses worldwide.The Dynamics team is pivotal in analyzing low and high-frequency loads, vibrations, and operational forces experienced by Starlink satellites during ground transportation, launch, and on-orbit operations. Responsibilities include designing databases and programming tools, as well as planning, executing, and processing test data. Successful candidates will possess a strong understanding of the frequency domain, coupled with robust software and analytical skills.

At SpaceX, we believe that a future where humanity explores the stars is far more thrilling than one where we remain earthbound. We are on a mission to develop revolutionary technologies that will help make this vision a reality, with the ultimate aim of establishing human life on Mars.DSP ENGINEER, SATELLITES (STARLINK)The Starlink Space Lasers team is at the forefront of innovation, creating, producing, and deploying state-of-the-art free-space optical communication systems for satellites. We are seeking talented engineers to join our efforts in advancing laser communication terminals and imaging products vital for the Starlink satellite constellation. Our optical systems mandate a unique combination of theoretical knowledge, practical application skills, and an enthusiasm for tackling intricate challenges in real-time, resource-constrained environments.As a DSP engineer on the Starlink Space Laser team, you will collaborate with a diverse group of Optical engineers, DSP engineers, software developers, hardware engineers, and end-users to revolutionize laser communication systems, contributing directly to mission-critical applications in low Earth orbit and beyond. You will thrive in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

At SpaceX, we envision a future where humanity explores the cosmos, and we are committed to developing the technologies that will make this a reality, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.MECHANICAL ENGINEER, SATELLITE PAYLOAD (STARLINK)Starlink is the largest satellite constellation globally, providing high-speed internet access anywhere on Earth. Leveraging our expertise in rocket and spacecraft development, we deploy thousands of satellites each year, currently serving tens of millions of customers across more than 120 countries. Our team designs, builds, tests, and operates every component of the system— from satellite hardware to user antennas that connect seamlessly, and the software that unifies it all. As the Starlink constellation expands, it will feature increasingly advanced hardware, higher bandwidth, and a broader consumer base. We are in search of exceptional engineers to join us on this mission.As a Mechanical Design Engineer within the satellite payload group, you will tackle intricate structural, thermal, and electromechanical challenges involving the space-grade hardware that powers our satellites. You will own the complete design lifecycle from ideation and design to testing, manufacturing, and large-scale production. Collaborating with various cross-functional engineering disciplines, you will play a key role in advancing the next generation of high-speed internet. This position will expose you to a diverse array of engineering challenges, including cutting-edge phased array antennas, gimballing parabolic antennas, actuators, and mechanisms. If you are passionate about mechanical engineering and have an interest in material science, electromagnetics, and microelectronics, join us in expanding the Starlink network and democratizing internet access worldwide.

Join SpaceX as an RF/Microwave Engineer specializing in satellite technologies for our revolutionary Starlink project. In this role, you will be responsible for the design, development, and testing of RF systems that are crucial to the success of our satellite communications. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate and implement cutting-edge RF solutions that will enhance global connectivity.

SpaceX is building the technology to enable human exploration of the cosmos, with a long-term vision of establishing life on Mars. As part of this mission, the Starlink program delivers high-speed broadband internet through the world’s largest satellite constellation, now serving over 10 million users globally. The Antenna Engineering team designs, builds, tests, and operates every part of the Starlink system. This includes satellites, ground stations, customer-facing hardware, and the software that ties it all together. The team’s work shapes the future of global connectivity as Starlink expands its reach and capabilities. Role overview This Antenna Engineer position focuses on full ownership of advanced antenna systems for Starlink. The scope covers phased array antennas, parabolic antennas, and other RF systems used across satellites, gateways, and end-user devices. The role involves creating new solutions that have not yet reached the market and influencing the core operations of the Starlink network. What you will do Design, develop, and test phased array and parabolic antennas for satellite and ground applications Lead projects from initial concept through to production deployment Collaborate with teams across electrical, silicon, software, mechanical, and manufacturing disciplines Work closely with senior leadership to shape the direction of the Starlink constellation and network

At SpaceX, we believe in a thrilling future where humanity explores the cosmos. As a Mechanical Engineer for our Starlink satellite payload team, you will tackle complex challenges in structural, thermal, and electromechanical design for cutting-edge space-grade hardware. You'll manage the entire design lifecycle, from conceptualization to production, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance our revolutionary satellite constellation that provides global internet access. If you’re passionate about mechanical engineering and eager to contribute to advancing technology that democratizes connectivity, we invite you to join us in reshaping the future.

Join SpaceX as a Power Electronics Engineer, where you'll play a pivotal role in designing and developing cutting-edge power conversion and control systems for the Starlink satellite constellation. Our team is dedicated to delivering high-speed, low-latency broadband internet across the globe, servicing over 9 million users. You will be responsible for creating innovative solutions that span low voltage to kilovolt ranges and power levels from 1W to several kW, contributing to applications such as solar power management, battery systems, ion propulsion, and more.

Join SpaceX as a Satellite Systems Software Engineer in our Starlink Constellation Engineering team, where you will play a crucial role in developing and maintaining the software systems that support the world's largest satellite constellation. Your work will ensure safe operations, effective command and control capabilities, and robust monitoring of our fleet of thousands of satellites in low-Earth orbit. You will be involved in the complete software lifecycle, from design and development to testing and deployment, contributing to both ground systems and onboard satellite operations.

Join SpaceX as a Space Lasers Engineer, where you will be at the forefront of satellite technology. You will play a crucial role in the development and implementation of cutting-edge laser communication systems for the Starlink satellite constellation. Your expertise will help enhance global internet connectivity, making a significant impact on the future of communication.

At SpaceX, we are driven by the belief that humanity's exploration of the stars is a future worth striving for. We are at the forefront of developing groundbreaking technologies that aim to enable human life on Mars.SATELLITE OPERATIONS AND RELIABILITY ENGINEER (STARLINK)Join our dynamic team at SpaceX as we revolutionize global connectivity through Starlink, the world's most sophisticated broadband internet system. Starlink boasts the largest satellite constellation, delivering fast and reliable internet access to over 9 million users globally. As we continue to innovate and expand our constellation, we seek top-tier engineers to contribute to this remarkable endeavor.As a Satellite Operations and Reliability Engineer, you will play a crucial role in harmonizing electrical, mechanical, and software engineering. Your mission will be to ensure that the hardware on thousands of satellites operates efficiently for millions of users from low-Earth orbit, while maintaining collision avoidance and upholding space safety standards. You will be responsible for issuing commands and responding to alerts to optimize the performance of the world's largest satellite constellation. Collaborating with subsystem engineers, software developers, and guidance navigation and control specialists, you'll create tools, implement mitigations, and propose upgrades to our orbital assets. Additionally, you will define and refine procedures for operating and monitoring new hardware versions, satellite capabilities, and the latest Starlink satellites, directly influencing the design of future satellites. Your efforts will drive automation, continuous improvement, and process enhancements to achieve maximum reliability with minimal operational overhead.