Sr. RF Engineer, Customer Hardware (Starlink)

SpaceX is a space technology company developing technologies to enable human life on Mars and deploying Starlink, the world's largest satellite constellation for broadband internet.
Bastrop, TX 78602, USA
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5+ years of experience
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Description For Sr. RF Engineer, Customer Hardware (Starlink)

SpaceX is revolutionizing space technology with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. As part of this mission, they're deploying Starlink, the world's most advanced broadband internet system serving over 4M+ users globally. The Sr. RF Engineer role for Starlink's Customer Hardware team offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of global connectivity.

You'll be responsible for all phased array, Wi-Fi, and RF systems in customer-facing hardware, serving diverse users from teachers in remote Amazon regions to researchers in Antarctica. The role involves designing and implementing cutting-edge antenna systems while working directly with senior leadership to influence constellation operations.

This position combines hands-on RF engineering with cross-functional collaboration, requiring expertise in antenna design, RF testing, and programming. You'll work with electrical, silicon, software, mechanical, and manufacturing teams to drive projects from concept to mass production.

The role offers the chance to make a significant impact on global internet accessibility while working with state-of-the-art technology. You'll be part of a team that's pushing the boundaries of RF engineering and satellite communications, with the backing of SpaceX's innovative culture and resources.

The position requires strong technical skills in RF engineering, programming, and test equipment operation, along with excellent communication abilities and problem-solving capabilities. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced RF engineer who wants to contribute to a revolutionary global communications system while advancing their career at a leading space technology company.

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Responsibilities For Sr. RF Engineer, Customer Hardware (Starlink)

  • Design, fabricate and characterize prototypes of antennas, feed systems and RF front ends for next-generation phased arrays and consumer wireless products
  • Create electromagnetic simulation models of hardware to design and evaluate performance
  • Work in close collaboration with EE, ME, DSP and software engineers to design and validate RF systems
  • Create and test phased array alignment solutions
  • Rapidly develop design validation and production test solutions for high-volume consumer products
  • Write automation software in python to interact with units under test, test equipment, instrumentation, and documentation systems

Requirements For Sr. RF Engineer, Customer Hardware (Starlink)

Python
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or other engineering discipline
  • 5+ years of professional RF experience with antennas or communication systems
  • 5+ years professional experience with radio test equipment
  • 5+ years of professional programming experience in Python, C#, C++, or MATLAB
  • Ability to work extended hours or weekends as needed for mission critical deadlines

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