Automation and Test Engineer, Satellites (Starlink)
About The Position
The Starlink engineering teams are building highly reliable in-space mesh networks, designing secure systems to guarantee access to space, designing next-gen communication and sensing software, and more. You will be responsible for systems that enable rapid development and accurate testing of Starlink software and hardware, with continual focus on design, development and building innovative test systems, from hardware designs to software infrastructure. Our engineers are responsible for the life cycle of the products they create, including development, testing, and operational support giving you a chance to have critical ownership of the projects you’re working.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, math, or STEM discipline and 1+ years of professional experience in test systems, software or hardware development; OR 3+ years of professional experience in test systems, software or hardware development in lieu of a degree (internship experience is applicable).
- Development experience in C, C++, or python.
Nice To Haves
- Experience building, testing, or working with hardware test setups.
- Linux and Bash proficiency and experience with networking protocols.
- Developed and deployed software that has been used in real world applications/projects.
- Data analysis skillset and experience with simulation software.
- Experience with containerization technologies (i.e. Docker, Kubernetes).
- Radio frequency (RF) system-level design, modems and diagnostic test equipment experience.
- Strong skills in troubleshooting, debugging, performance optimization, and unit testing.
- Experience with continuous integration and monitoring.
- Solid fundamental knowledge of networks, electronics, RF communications, math, and physics.
- Creative approach to problem solving, exceptional analytical skills and engineering fundamentals.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to learn quickly and work effectively in a dynamic environment.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop and build test platforms to best validate Starlink software.
- Develop software that allow for test execution across multiple environments: hardware-in-the-loop (HITL, HIL) and virtualized hardware simulations.
- Invent tools that enable more frequent and reliable software deployment, test execution, and data analysis as part of a continuous integration and release system.
- Analyze test results and identify bugs that require in-depth investigations with engineers across the organization.
- Work closely with developers to provide a reliable, fast, accurate and easy-to-use integrated test platform.
- Hands-on integration and troubleshooting of Starlink hardware/software.
- Identify areas for improvement in the test systems and create innovative solutions.
Benefits
- long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards
- potential discretionary bonuses
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
- 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.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
