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of similar roles. Most pay
$170,000–$227,500
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$275k
versus about
$199k
for comparable roles.
Based on 240 similar postings.
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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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Listed pay typically runs
$130,000–$165,000
across 471 roles with salary data.
Principal RFIC Engineer (Starshield Silicon) joins the Starshield team to develop next-generation RFICs for space and ground infrastructures supporting national security efforts in earth observation, communications, and hosted payloads. The role involves designing, simulating, and modeling RF, analog, and mixed-signal circuits while deriving subsystem specifications. Key responsibilities include developing circuits in SiGe, GaAs, GaN, or CMOS processes, performing IC floor planning and layout, managing packaging prototypes, and characterizing prototype performance. Candidates will collaborate with system architects and manufacturing engineers to transition designs from development to production. Required expertise includes experience with simulation tools like Spectre, ADS, HFSS, or Momentum, as well as knowledge of digital communication systems, RF transceiver architectures, and microwave frequency components ranging from S-band to W-band. The role requires proficiency in analyzing linear and non-linear circuits such as phase-locked loops and power amplifiers.