Sr. Aviation Development Engineer (Starlink)

SpaceX

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Work type: On-site
Location: Woodinville, WA
Salary: $130,000–$180,000 / yr
Posted: today

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This role $155k

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This role pays more than 57% of similar roles. Most pay $133,750–$192,500 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $155k versus about $163k for comparable roles.

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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 · Sr. Aviation Development Engineer (Starlink)

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As a Senior Aviation Development Engineer at Starlink, you will join the team responsible for transforming airline passenger experiences by designing and implementing cutting-edge technology solutions. Your daily responsibilities include leading technical engagements with key airline partners to ensure successful service launches, managing program governance, coordinating across various stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with regulatory bodies like the FAA. You will leverage your expertise in software architecture, electrical interfaces, wireless data communications, or mechanical systems to navigate complex technical programs from ideation through roll-out. Essential skills include strong proficiency in Microsoft Word for document management, experience with industry certifications, and the ability to produce high-quality documentation under tight deadlines. This role demands a deep understanding of aerospace regulations and an unwavering commitment to delivering results while maintaining alignment with business objectives and critical timelines.

Skills

Python C++ AWS Kubernetes Git CI/CD Docker PostgreSQL Microsoft Word FAA regulations Schematics Diagrams Data visualization Mechanical systems Electrical systems Wireless data communications Software architecture Network protocols Electrical interfaces Thermal analysis Integration testing Regulatory compliance Project management methodologies

What you'll do

Own the technical engagement and successful launch of Starlink with airline partners.
Lead strategic program reviews, coordination meetings, and workshops with stakeholders.
Engage with customers to understand requirements and translate them into actionable plans.
Coordinate across departments to prepare technical artifacts for licenses and regulatory audits.
Navigate complex schedules and dependencies to ensure efficient use of resources and customer success.

What we're looking for

5 years of experience in an engineering function or technical program/product management
Demonstrated ability to navigate complex aerospace programs from ideation to roll-out
Experience with software architecture, electrical interfaces, wireless data communications, and mechanical structures
Proven track record of conducting commercial and technical trades across stakeholders
Strong proficiency in producing documentation deliverables under tight timelines

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