Electrical On-orbit Hardware Reliability Engineer, Satellites (Starlink)

SpaceX

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Work type: On-site
Location: Redmond, WA
Salary: $105,000–$120,000 / 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 · Electrical On-orbit Hardware Reliability Engineer, Satellites (Starlink)

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As a Satellite On-Orbit Hardware Reliability Engineer on Starlink, you will join a cutting-edge team responsible for the world’s largest space vehicle fleet. Your role involves tracking and analyzing electrical and mechanical hardware failures in orbit, conducting root cause investigations, and collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams to enhance satellite reliability. Daily tasks include bench testing, data analysis, and developing models to mitigate hardware anomalies. You will leverage Python, SQL, and a range of test equipment to ensure the robustness of Starlink’s constellation, from individual components to the entire fleet. This role demands expertise in electrical engineering, statistical methods, and experience with environmental tests like HALT/HASS campaigns.

Skills

Python SQL Time Series Data Analysis Reliability Statistics Electrical Engineering Analysis PCBA Test Equipment Environmental Testing HALT/HASS Campaigns Thermal Cycling Vibration and Shock Testing Space Environment Effects Testing Oscilloscope Multimeter Electronic Load Spectrum Analyzer Network Analyzer Vector Signal Generator Source Measurement Unit

What you'll do

Analyze and track on-orbit hardware failures for the Starlink satellite constellation.
Drive root cause investigation for major on-orbit hardware anomalies.
Perform electrical bench testing to develop engineering models of failures.
Work with cross-disciplinary teams to eliminate sources of on-orbit failure.
Use data analysis tools to drive continual improvements in the satellite constellation.

What we're looking for

1+ years of professional experience in hardware development, troubleshooting, or data analysis.
Experience with Python and/or SQL for data manipulation and analysis.
Proficiency in analyzing electrical circuits and developing functional test plans.
Hands-on experience with PCBA test equipment and measurement techniques.
Strong understanding of time series data analysis and reliability statistics.
Experience leading failure investigations and performing environmental tests.

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