Sr. Electrical Design Engineer, Gateways & Customer Hardware (Starlink)

SpaceX, a pioneering space technology company, is seeking a Sr. Electrical Design Engineer for their Starlink division. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on revolutionary satellite communication technology that's changing global internet connectivity. As part of the Starlink team, you'll be responsible for developing customer-facing products and devices shipped directly to end users worldwide, including Starlink dishes, user terminals, and Wi-Fi routers. The position involves working with cutting-edge technology that serves diverse users from teachers in remote Amazon regions to researchers in Antarctica.

The role demands expertise in electrical engineering and hardware development, with responsibilities spanning from initial concept to full-scale production. You'll be working on next-generation gateways and ensuring ground station antenna hardware can withstand harsh environmental conditions while maintaining reliable communication with millions of users globally. This position offers the unique opportunity to work in a highly integrated environment where all engineering and production is kept in-house, enabling quick decision-making and rapid development cycles.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in electronic product design, mixed-signal circuit boards, and working with various technologies including processors, FPGAs, and high-speed interfaces. You'll be collaborating with cross-functional teams including silicon, software, mechanical, and manufacturing engineers. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys hands-on work, and wants to contribute to SpaceX's mission of making humanity a multi-planetary species while providing global internet connectivity.

The position requires strong technical skills, the ability to work in a highly collaborative environment, and a passion for solving complex engineering challenges. As part of SpaceX's culture of innovation, you'll be encouraged to challenge assumptions and find elegant solutions to difficult problems. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced electrical engineer who wants to make a significant impact on global connectivity and space technology advancement.