Antenna Engineer - Parabolic & Waveguide (Starlink)

SpaceX

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Work type: On-site
Location: Redmond, WA
Salary: $125,000–$145,000 / yr
Posted: today

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SpaceX designs, manufactures, and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft with the mission of enabling humans to become a multi-planetary species. It operates the Falcon 9, Falcon Heavy, and Starship launch vehicles, as well as the Starlink satellite internet constellation.

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TL;DR · Antenna Engineer - Parabolic & Waveguide (Starlink)

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As an Antenna Engineer at Starlink, you will join the dedicated Antenna Engineering team to design and optimize parabolic reflector antennas and waveguide feed systems for satellites and ground infrastructure. Your daily tasks include conducting detailed design validations using vector network analyzers and pattern measurements, fabricating prototypes of antennas and waveguides, and collaborating with mechanical engineers to ensure precise surface accuracy and thermal stability. You will also contribute to the integration and deployment of these components into spacecraft and oversee high-power RF testing. The role requires expertise in 3D EM simulation tools like CST or HFSS, hands-on experience with waveguide components, and proficiency in Python or MATLAB for data analysis. This position offers a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge satellite technology at scale, addressing complex engineering challenges in the rapidly growing space industry.

Skills

Python MATLAB CST HFSS FEKO TICRA GRASP 3D EM simulation tools antenna measurement techniques RF test equipment vector network analyzer near-field compact range additive manufacturing CNC machining

What you'll do

Design and optimize parabolic reflector antennas and multi-band feed systems.
Conduct design validation of waveguide components using vector network analyzers.
Fabricate prototypes of parabolic antennas, feed horns, and waveguide assemblies.
Partner with mechanical engineers to analyze surface accuracy and thermal effects.
Analyze in-the-field operational RF performance data for antenna improvements.

What we're looking for

Master’s degree or PhD in electrical engineering with focus on reflector antennas, waveguide components, or microwave engineering
2+ years of research or development experience in RF, antennas, or microwave engineering
Strong hands-on design experience with parabolic reflector antennas and waveguide components
Deep understanding of waveguide propagation modes, discontinuities, matching techniques, and high-power phenomena
Experience using 3D EM simulation tools such as CST, HFSS, FEKO, TICRA GRASP, or equivalent
Familiarity with antenna measurement techniques and RF test equipment

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