Antenna Test Lab Specialist, Satellites (Starlink)

SpaceX•Redmond, WA

13h•Onsite

About The Position

As the Antenna Test Lab Specialist, you will be responsible for the setup, development, and day-to-day operations of SpaceX’s Starlink antenna development lab. You will ensure that the antenna lab is always fully capable of quickly performing measurements on the Starlink phased array and passive antennas that cover satellite, ground station, and user products. You will also support test development by performing hardware reworks, test setup maintenance, maintaining lab inventory, setup up test configurations, and performing measurements.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency certificate
2+ years of professional experience in a hands-on engineering technician role, or a degree in an engineering, math or stem discipline

Nice To Haves

2+ years of experience as a mmWave/RF technician or associate degree in electrical engineering
Demonstrated experience and ability to read, interpret and follow drawings and electrical schematics
Hands on experience with RF test equipment, including vector network analyzers, signal generators, and spectrum analyzers
Strong computer and analytical skills
Ability to fabricate and repair cable harnesses including: soldering, crimping, assembling connectors
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Ability to solder 0201 components under a microscope
Experience with basic networking configurations and linux

Responsibilities

Select and procure lab equipment and RF components from suppliers, and maintain stock of commonly-used parts
Support design engineers with RF measurement requests, building up mechanical test fixtures, etc.
Assemble, configure, and operate test benches and thermal chambers, and coordinate usage between teams
Perform documented RF measurements using vector network analyzers and compile results
Arrange yearly RF test equipment calibrations with onsite/offsite vendors
Track inventory of all lab equipment, test boards, etc.
Manage shipping/receiving logistics for the team
Rework PCBAs per instructions and documentation
Perform in-house scheduled maintenance and calibrations on test systems
Enforce lab organization, cleanliness, and ESD-safe handling practices
Adapt to constantly-changing work assignments and fast-paced environment
Maintain and execute maintenance plans of various lab equipment

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
Access to a 401(k) retirement plan
Short and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid parental leave
Various other discounts and perks
3 weeks of paid vacation
10 or more paid holidays per year
Paid sick time in compliance with state and federal law
Company shuttles are offered to employees for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday.