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Integration & Test Engineer (Starlink Aviation)

SpaceX

Woodinville, WAFull-time$100–140K/yrPosted 1mo agoVerified open 5 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$100–140K/yr
Location
Woodinville, WA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

SpaceX is hiring an Integration & Test Engineer (Starlink Aviation). SpaceX seeks an Integration & Test Engineer to own test software and equipment, evaluate component performance, troubleshoot hardware, and develop high‑reliability network solutions for Starlink aviation customers, collaborating across electrical, mechanical, and software teams.

Key focus areas include Design, activate and operate test hardware and equipment including test software to evaluate component and system performance, Troubleshoot hardware issues in real time and provide feedback to eliminate repeat issues, and Aid investigations and root‑cause analysis of non‑conformances and develop test requirements for flight hardware.

Successful candidates bring Bachelor's Degree In An Engineering Discipline, 1+ Years Professional Mechanical/Electromechanical Design, Analysis, Testing, And/Or Manufacturing Experience, and Willing To Travel Up To 25%. Important skills include Test Software, Test Equipment, Integrated Testing Of Electrical Systems, Integrated Testing Of Network Systems, Troubleshoot Hardware Issues, and Root-Cause Analysis. Preferred (not required): Integration And Testing Of Propulsion Systems, Working With Composites, Integration Of Avionics Systems, and Documentation.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Test SoftwareTest EquipmentIntegrated Testing of Electrical SystemsIntegrated Testing of Network SystemsTroubleshoot Hardware IssuesRoot-Cause AnalysisDevelop Test Requirements for Flight HardwareHardware Design ImprovementsSystem Design ImprovementsDevelop Test SystemsSoftware Applications for Data AcquisitionSoftware Applications for Control SystemsIntegration and Testing of Propulsion SystemsWorking With CompositesIntegration of Avionics SystemsDocumentationConfiguration ManagementWriting Test PlansWriting Test ProceduresGo/No-Go JudgmentEngineering IntuitionProblem SolvingComfort With Ambiguity

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering Discipline1+ Years Professional Mechanical/Electromechanical Design, Analysis, Testing, and/or Manufacturing ExperienceWilling to Travel Up to 25%Willing to Work Extended Hours and/or WeekendsU.S. Citizen or NationalU.S. Lawful, Permanent ResidentRefugee Under 8 U.S.C. § 1157Asylee Under 8 U.S.C. § 1158Experience in a Production Environment

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
401(k) Match
Relocation Assistance

Full job description

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

INTEGRATION & TEST ENGINEER (STARLINK AVIATION)

As an Integration & Test Engineer supporting our enterprise aviation customers, you will be tasked with owning test software, test equipment, integrated testing of electrical and network systems, and will be a technical resource for fellow engineering, specialist and technician colleagues. You will be responsible for developing, validating and maintaining high-reliability, high-performing enterprise network solutions for Starlink.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Design, activate and operate test hardware and equipment including test software as needed to evaluate component and system performance for various mobility network applications

  • Troubleshoot hardware issues real-time, push feedback to correct owners to eliminate repeat issues

  • Aid in investigations and root-cause analysis of any non-conformances, and work with responsible engineers to develop test requirements for flight hardware, driving hardware and system design improvements.

  • Work with teams across disciplines including electrical, mechanical, and software engineers to conceptualize and develop test systems required to test Starlink hardware

  • Create and modify software applications to run data acquisition and control systems BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline

  • 1+ years of professional mechanical/electromechanical design, analysis, testing, and/or manufacturing (internships/co-ops and club projects can apply) PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Master's degree in an engineering discipline

  • Experience with integration and testing of propulsion, thermal, electrical, and/or structural systems

  • Experience working with composites and integration of avionics systems

  • Documentation and configuration management experience

  • Experience writing test plans, and procedures and providing go/no-go judgment and rationale

  • Experience in a production environment

  • Demonstrated engineering intuition, critical thinking, and comfort with ambiguity ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Some travel to our launch sites may be required as needed, up to 25%

  • Must be willing to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range: Level 1: $100,000.00 - $117,500.00 Level 2: $115,000.00 - $140,000.00

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

  • To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here . SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to [email protected] .

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