Sr. PCB Reliability Engineer (Starshield)

Starshield at SpaceX adapts Starlink’s technology to serve national security needs. Unlike Starlink, which connects homes and businesses, Starshield supports government applications such as earth observation, secure communications, and hosted payloads. Role overview The Lead PCB Designer will launch and guide a new team dedicated to Starshield. This position blends technical leadership with team-building. Responsibilities include recruiting PCB designers, setting the team’s direction, and working closely with electrical, mechanical, manufacturing, and reliability engineers. The mission: create circuit boards for satellite and ground systems that meet demanding performance and reliability standards. What you will do Build and lead a PCB design team supporting Starshield projects Collaborate with other engineering groups to deliver high-quality circuit boards Mentor and support PCB designers as projects progress Adopt new technologies and methods as Starshield evolves Drive improvements in design quality and efficiency, with attention to reducing layout time SpaceX’s broader mission is to develop technology that enables human life beyond Earth, with a long-term goal of settlement on Mars.

At SpaceX, we believe in the extraordinary potential of humanity exploring the cosmos. Our mission is to develop groundbreaking technologies that will enable human life on Mars and beyond. Join us in shaping the future of space exploration and national security.PCB DESIGNER - STARSHIELDThe Starshield program harnesses SpaceX’s cutting-edge Starlink technology and launch capabilities to bolster national security. Unlike Starlink, which primarily serves consumer and commercial needs, Starshield is tailored for government applications, focusing on earth observation, secure communications, and hosted payloads.As a PCB Designer at SpaceX, you will play a critical role in crafting the layouts for our innovative in-house board designs for the Starshield initiative. This position requires close collaboration with Hardware Development Engineers during the schematic development process, where your expertise will guide design reviews and iterations to achieve optimal solutions. Your designs will encompass a diverse range of applications, including radio phased arrays, solar power converters, and more.

At SpaceX, we believe in a thrilling future where humanity explores the cosmos. We are dedicated to developing pioneering technology that paves the way for human life on Mars.SENIOR PCB DESIGNER (STARSHIELD)Starshield utilizes SpaceX’s Starlink technology and launch capabilities to bolster national security initiatives. While Starlink caters to consumer and commercial markets, Starshield focuses on governmental applications, initially emphasizing earth observation, communications, and hosted payloads.As a Senior PCB Designer at SpaceX, you will take charge of crafting layouts for our proprietary board designs for Starshield. Your role involves close collaboration with Hardware Development Engineers throughout the schematic development process, offering valuable insights and recommendations during design reviews, and refining your designs to achieve optimal solutions. Your contributions will span a diverse array of designs, including radio phased arrays, solar power converters, and beyond.

At SpaceX, we are driven by the vision of a future where humanity explores the cosmos. Our mission is to develop groundbreaking technologies that will enable human life on Mars, making the universe accessible to all.Join us as a Supplier Industrialization Engineer for the Starshield program, focusing on PCB development!Starshield utilizes SpaceX's innovative Starlink technologies to bolster national security initiatives. While Starlink caters to consumer and commercial markets, Starshield is tailored for governmental applications, emphasizing earth observation, communication, and hosted payloads. We seek passionate and innovative engineers to cultivate, manage, and optimize our supplier relationships from initial design through to large-scale production.This pivotal, cross-functional role is essential to the development and production of Satellites and Gateways. You will collaborate closely with both internal engineering and manufacturing teams, as well as engage directly with our suppliers to create effective and intelligent supply chain strategies that help us meet production objectives. With in-house integration, our supplier development engineers witness their assemblies come to life every day!

At SpaceX, we are driven by the vision of a future where humanity explores the cosmos. Our mission is to develop groundbreaking technologies that will pave the way for human life on Mars.SUPPLY CHAIN ENGINEER, PCB (STARSHIELD)The Starshield initiative utilizes SpaceX's advanced Starlink technology and launch capabilities to bolster national security operations. Unlike Starlink, which caters to commercial and consumer markets, Starshield is tailored for government applications, focusing initially on Earth observation, communications, and hosted payloads. We seek innovative and motivated engineers who can manage supplier relationships from concept through to full-scale production.This pivotal role involves collaboration across multiple departments, ensuring the seamless development and production of satellites and gateways. You will coordinate closely with internal engineering and manufacturing teams and engage directly with suppliers to implement effective and innovative supply chain strategies that meet production objectives. With in-house integration, our supplier development engineers witness their designs come to life daily!

At SpaceX, we believe in a future where humanity explores the stars, and we are dedicated to making this vision a reality. Our mission is to develop groundbreaking technologies that will enable human life on Mars and beyond.Join Us as a PCB Designer for the Starship Program!The Starship team is at the forefront of transforming orbital flight and space travel, paving the way for humanity to reach new frontiers and become a multi-planetary species. We design and manufacture some of the most sophisticated electronics ever deployed in space, achieving unprecedented cost and efficiency in the aerospace industry. Be part of our dynamic hardware development team, collaborate with talented engineers, and contribute to ambitious projects that will shape the future of civilization!As a PCB Designer within the Starship team, you will take the lead in creating layouts for our custom in-house circuit boards. This role requires close collaboration with Hardware Development Engineers to refine schematics, provide insights during design reviews, and iterate on designs to achieve optimal solutions. You will work on a diverse array of projects, from radio phased arrays to power converters and beyond.

At SpaceX, we believe in a thrilling future where humanity explores the stars. Our mission is to develop innovative technologies that will enable human life on Mars. SENIOR PCB DESIGNER (STARSHIP)Join our Starship team, dedicated to revolutionizing orbital flight and space travel, and enabling humankind to establish new frontiers in space. We are building some of the most advanced electronics ever flown in space, achieving unprecedented cost and production rates in the aerospace industry. If you're ready to tackle challenges and contribute to making our civilization multi-planetary, this is the place for you!As a PCB Designer on the Starship team, you will play a pivotal role by creating layouts for our in-house board designs. This involves close collaboration with Hardware Development Engineers as they develop schematics, offering your expertise and recommendations during design reviews, and iterating designs to achieve optimal solutions. Your contributions will encompass a diverse range of designs, from radio phased arrays to power converters and beyond.

At SpaceX, we believe in a future where humanity explores the stars, and we are committed to making that vision a reality. We are actively innovating technologies aimed at enabling human life on Mars. As an Electrical Design Engineer for our Starshield program, you will play a critical role in leveraging SpaceX’s Starlink technology to support national security initiatives. Your responsibilities will encompass designing, developing, and rigorously testing high-reliability electronics tailored for government applications, including earth observation and communications. You will oversee the entire lifecycle of hardware, ensuring it meets our demanding standards through thorough design, testing, and collaboration with cross-disciplinary teams. Join us in pushing the boundaries of what's possible and contribute to our mission of success.

At SpaceX, we believe in a future where humanity explores the cosmos, making our existence beyond Earth not just a dream, but a reality. We are at the forefront of developing groundbreaking technologies aimed at facilitating human life on Mars.Lead Principal ASIC Design Verification Engineer - StarshieldStarshield utilizes SpaceX's advanced Starlink technology and launch capabilities to bolster national security initiatives. While Starlink targets consumer and commercial markets, Starshield is specifically crafted for governmental applications, focusing primarily on earth observation, secure communications, and hosted payload services. As a Lead Principal ASIC Design Verification Engineer within the Starshield team, you will engage in pioneering development programs that support U.S. National Security. Your role will involve designing state-of-the-art next-generation FPGAs and ASICs for deployment in both space and terrestrial infrastructures worldwide. You will thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, tackling complex challenges and employing the SpaceX ethos of rapid iteration to transition from design and demonstration to operational capability swiftly.

At SpaceX, we believe that a future where humanity explores the stars is far more exhilarating than one where we remain earthbound. Our mission is to develop innovative technologies to make this vision a reality, with the ultimate aim of establishing human life on Mars.Design Criteria Engineer (Starshield)Starshield harnesses SpaceX's advanced Starlink technology and launch capabilities to bolster national security initiatives. While Starlink caters to consumer and commercial markets, Starshield is tailored for governmental applications, focusing initially on earth observation, secure communications, and hosted payloads. As a member of the Starshield Design Criteria Engineering team, your role will be pivotal in ensuring our satellites achieve mission success with unparalleled reliability. This team is composed of engineers from diverse backgrounds, who will gain an in-depth understanding of hardware ranging from vehicle systems to individual components. We are currently seeking talent for two critical roles:As a design-focused engineer, your technical expertise will guide the initial conception of significant design revisions, leading the path through design maturation, validation, safe launch, and initial operation in orbit. This crucial phase rewards creativity and innovation while necessitating foresight to mitigate risks.As a change-focused engineer, you will spearhead efforts to identify and implement enhancements in the design and processing of satellites, maintaining our industry-leading design iteration and manufacturing pace. The satisfaction comes from witnessing these systems working together, bringing innovative concepts to life in space.We are in search of passionate engineers with solid technical fundamentals who thrive in fast-paced development environments, dedicated to enhancing the way we develop satellites.

SpaceX’s Starshield program extends Starlink’s core technology and launch capabilities to support national security. While Starlink serves consumer and commercial sectors, Starshield is dedicated to government missions, including earth observation, secure communications, and hosted payloads. Role overview The Senior Electrical Design Engineer for Starshield leads electrical design, hardware development, testing, and lifecycle management. This position plays a key role in advancing Starshield’s government-focused projects and is integral to the team’s ongoing work. What you will do Lead electrical design and hardware development for Starshield systems Oversee testing processes and manage hardware through its lifecycle Troubleshoot systems, including real-time problem solving for in-orbit hardware Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to ensure system-level performance and reliability Create solutions for complex engineering challenges that have not been addressed before What makes this role unique This position involves working on a rapidly evolving program where technical challenges change daily. The team values creative problem-solving, collaboration across disciplines, and a drive to push technical boundaries in support of SpaceX’s broader mission. Location Hawthorne, CA

At SpaceX, we believe in a future where humanity is exploring the cosmos. We are pioneering the technologies that will make this vision a reality, with the ultimate objective of enabling human life on Mars.SUPPLIER DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER, PCB (STARSHIELD)Starshield utilizes SpaceX’s cutting-edge Starlink technology and launch capabilities to bolster national security efforts. While Starlink caters to consumer and commercial applications, Starshield is tailored for government needs, focusing initially on earth observation, communications, and hosted payloads. We are seeking innovative, resourceful, and passionate engineers to cultivate and oversee supplier relationships, guiding them from initial concept through to full-scale production.This role is a high-profile, cross-functional position that is critical to the development and production flow of Satellites and Gateways. You will collaborate closely with internal engineering and manufacturing teams as well as directly with suppliers to implement effective, innovative supply chain strategies aimed at achieving production targets. With integration occurring in-house, supplier development engineers have the unique opportunity to witness their assemblies come to life on a daily basis!

At SpaceX, we believe in a future where humanity explores the cosmos. Our mission is to develop innovative technologies to make space exploration a reality, with the ultimate aim of sustaining human life on Mars.STARSHIELD ENTERPRISE ACCOUNT LEAD (GOVERNMENT)KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Serve as the main liaison for government contracts, particularly those related to the Department of War, overseeing the entire lifecycle from contract signing to account management, ensuring customer satisfaction and long-term partnership growth. This includes:Providing outstanding customer service, including prompt issue resolution.Fostering relationships to understand client needs and manage anticipations.Gathering and advocating for customer feedback internally to shape program and technical advancements necessary for business growth.Enhancing the value of existing accounts.Take full ownership of assigned government accounts, effectively communicating readiness levels, requirements, schedules, and risks to achieve revenue targets.Act as an internal authority on government accounts, influencing strategic direction and driving significant commercial decisions in collaboration with other teams.Proactively identify, design, and implement process improvements to accelerate customer growth and enable rapid scaling for the team.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor's degree in engineering or business; OR a high school diploma/equivalent combined with 6+ years of experience in business development, operations, engineering, or account management.A minimum of 3 years of consulting or project management experience.At least 3 years of experience in supporting customers with technical products or services.PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:In-depth knowledge of government contracts, especially with the Department of War and in satellite communications.Advanced understanding of the telecommunications sector, including network management, technological advancements, and the ability to create complex solutions for clients.5+ years of experience in a relevant field.

At SpaceX, we are driven by the vision of a future where humanity explores the cosmos. Our mission is to develop groundbreaking technologies that will enable human life on Mars and beyond.SENIOR ASIC DESIGN VERIFICATION ENGINEER (STARSHIELD)The Starshield initiative harnesses SpaceX’s advanced Starlink technology to bolster national security operations. While Starlink caters to consumer and commercial markets, Starshield is tailored for government applications, focusing initially on earth observation, communication systems, and hosted payloads. As an ASIC Design Verification Engineer on the Starshield team, you will engage in cutting-edge development projects that enhance U.S. National Security. In this dynamic role, you will be responsible for creating next-generation FPGAs and ASICs to be utilized in both space and terrestrial infrastructures globally. You will thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment that encourages innovative problem-solving and rapid iteration, enabling swift transitions from design to operational capability.

At SpaceX, we are driven by the vision of humanity exploring the stars. Our mission is to create groundbreaking technologies that enable this dream, ultimately paving the way for human life on Mars.Test Specialist (Starshield)As part of the Starshield project, which utilizes SpaceX's Starlink technology and launch capabilities for national security purposes, we are seeking a Test Specialist. This role focuses on the initial setup and ongoing production of Starshield satellites, tailored for government applications including earth observation and secure communications.The Test Specialist will design and implement tooling and processes necessary for building Starshield vehicles at an accelerated pace. Your contributions will include supporting daily production activities, troubleshooting issues, enhancing basic test software (primarily in Python), and collaborating with engineers on subsystem testing and production technician support. Additionally, you will assist with the setup and execution of vehicle-level qualification tests, such as thermal vacuum and electromagnetic interference tests.

Join SpaceX as an Integration Technician and play a pivotal role in assembling, integrating, and testing our advanced Starshield assemblies and satellites. This position demands a blend of mechanical assembly expertise and avionics integration skills, coupled with hands-on testing and repair activities to ensure the success of our missions aimed at making human life on Mars a reality.

At SpaceX, we are driven by the vision of a future where humanity explores the cosmos, pushing beyond the boundaries of our planet. Our mission is to develop innovative technologies that pave the way for human life on Mars and beyond.OPTICAL ENGINEER (STARSHIELD)Starshield harnesses SpaceX’s advanced Starlink technology and launch capabilities to bolster national security initiatives. While Starlink serves both consumer and commercial sectors, Starshield is tailored for government applications, focusing initially on earth observation, secure communications, and hosted payload systems.The SpaceX satellite engineering teams are at the forefront of creating the most advanced free-space optical communication systems and observation payloads globally. We invite talented engineers to join us in the development of laser communication terminals and imaging products for the pioneering constellation of Starshield satellites. Our optical systems, including laser communication terminals, require a unique blend of theoretical acumen, practical implementation skills, and an unwavering passion for tackling complex, real-time challenges in resource-constrained environments.As a Starshield Optical Engineer, you will be pivotal in designing, validating, and operating free-space optical systems. Your contributions will shape the future of laser communications and directly impact mission-critical applications, such as next-generation star tracking systems for precise navigation in space.

At SpaceX, we envision a thrilling future where humanity explores the cosmos. As a Thermal Engineer within our Starshield team, you will play a pivotal role in leveraging the innovative Starlink technology to bolster national security initiatives. Your expertise will be crucial in the thermal design, testing, and validation of our advanced vehicles and hardware. Join us in shaping the future by enhancing vehicle performance and ensuring the success of our missions.

Join SpaceX as a Manufacturing Specialist for Starshield, where you'll play a crucial role in the production and assembly of advanced satellite systems. This position involves designing tooling and processes to facilitate the rapid development of Starshield vehicles. You will engage in daily production tasks, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate with engineers to enhance subsystem testing. Your work will directly contribute to the mission of enabling human life on Mars.