Wireless Systems Engineer

SpaceX

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Work type
On-site
Location
Sunnyvale, CA
Salary
$135,000–$155,000 / yr
Posted
121 days ago
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This role $145k
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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 · Wireless Systems Engineer

Wireless Systems Engineer (Starlink Mobile) joins the Starlink Mobile team to design and develop wireless communications algorithms that maximize performance for the satellite constellation and future networks. The role involves designing and optimizing MAC and PHY layer algorithms for link adaptation, power control, timing advance, and doppler tracking. You will simulate complex MAC layer scheduling, analyze inter-cell and inter-beam interference on uplink and downlink, and collaborate with software engineers to deploy production algorithms to orbit. Key responsibilities include qualifying performance through KPI analysis and developing high-fidelity models for non-terrestrial applications using 3GPP protocols (4G/5G/6G). Required skills include experience with cellular base station protocols and proficiency in MATLAB, along with working knowledge of Python or C/C++. The role focuses on solving technical challenges related to satellite communication systems and signal processing.

What you'll do

  • Design and optimize MAC and PHY layer algorithms for link adaptation, power control, and Doppler tracking.
  • Develop complex MAC layer scheduling algorithms that manage multiple beams under QoS and latency constraints.
  • Analyze inter-cell and inter-beam interference to propose solutions via beam planning or signal processing.
  • Conduct link-level and system-level simulations to evaluate the performance of various protocol stack algorithms.
  • Collaborate with software engineers to implement and deploy wireless algorithms to orbit.
  • Qualify algorithm performance in production using KPI analysis, telemetry data, and UE log analysis.
  • Create high-fidelity models for non-terrestrial wireless systems utilizing 3GPP defined protocols.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or a STEM discipline.
  • 1+ years of engineering experience, including internship or project experience.
  • 5+ years of professional engineering experience in lieu of a degree.
  • Experience with MAC and PHY layer protocols and algorithms used in cellular base stations.
  • Experience working with 3GPP protocols.
  • Proficiency in MATLAB and working knowledge of Python and/or C/C++.
  • Ability to perform link level simulations and system level simulations for communication networks.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen, national, lawful permanent resident, or eligible for required export control authorizations.

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