Gateway Site Development Engineer (Starlink)

SpaceX

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Work type
On-site
Location
Redmond, WA
Salary
$95,000–$115,000 / yr
Posted
4 days ago

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Below market

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This role $105k
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About SpaceX

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 · Gateway Site Development Engineer (Starlink)

Join the Starlink team as a Gateway Site Development Engineer, a mid-level position where you will design and deploy antenna infrastructure globally to enhance network performance. You’ll travel internationally to collaborate with partners on site build-out plans, develop innovative processes for rapid deployment, and ensure system reliability through continuous review and improvement. Key skills include experience in electrical, mechanical, or structural design, as well as proficiency in tools like SQL, Python, C++, and Tableau. This role demands a strong problem-solving mindset and the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced environment.

What you'll do

  • Design antenna sites and site hardware to support global Starlink network connectivity.
  • Travel internationally to develop infrastructure plans with partners for new antenna sites.
  • Create processes for rapid deployment of antennas in various locations worldwide.
  • Review reliability data to enhance system health and performance over time.
  • Engage cross-functionally to align technical roadmaps with other Starlink teams.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or science discipline
  • 1+ years of professional experience in an engineering role
  • Experience with electrical, mechanical, or structural design and analysis
  • Demonstrated success in multidisciplinary project execution
  • Willingness to travel internationally for work
  • Ability to work long hours and weekends when necessary

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