Sr. RFIC Engineer

SpaceX

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Work type
On-site
Location
Irvine, CA
Salary
$160,000–$225,000 / yr
Posted
today

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Above market

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This role $192k
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This role pays more than 75% of similar roles. Most pay $146,500–$192,500 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $192k versus about $170k for comparable roles.

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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.

SpaceX currently has 604 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Sr. RFIC Engineer

As a Senior RFIC Engineer on the Starshield team, you will be responsible for owning packaging prototypes, driving product development, and facilitating release to production. This role involves working on advanced development programs that support U.S. National Security, requiring expertise in RF integrated circuit design with at least 5 years of professional experience. You will work extensively with cutting-edge technologies and tools specific to the field, including simulation software, layout tools, and testing equipment. The position demands a deep understanding of RFIC design principles, proficiency in relevant programming languages, and strong problem-solving skills to address complex technical challenges. Given the nature of the projects, candidates must also meet ITAR requirements and be authorized by the U.S. Department of State for this role.

What you'll do

  • Own and manage packaging prototypes for RFIC products.
  • Lead the development process from design to production release.
  • Ensure product quality meets U.S. National Security standards.
  • Collaborate on advanced development programs supporting national security.
  • Troubleshoot and optimize RFIC designs during product development.

What we're looking for

  • 5+ years of professional RF integrated circuit experience
  • Extensive hands-on experience in packaging prototypes and product development
  • Strong background in releasing products to production
  • ITAR compliance and security clearance for U.S. National Security work
  • Experience with advanced development programs in support of national security

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