Sr. Sensor Development Engineer (Starship)

SpaceXHawthorne, CA
$140,000 - $205,000Onsite

About The Position

The Sensor Development team designs, builds, and tests innovative sensing solutions that are critical to making life on Mars possible. This Senior Sensor Development Engineer will work on this highly interdisciplinary team to characterize navigation sensors, such as accelerometers and gyroscopes, and develop and maintain integrated solutions.

Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering or Physics with 5+ years of professional experience.
  • 3+ years of experience working on inertial sensors.
  • Software development experience in Python and C/C++.
  • Knowledge of various sensing technologies available and experience in testing, calibrating, and qualifying inertial navigation sensors.
  • Familiarity with environmental testing (thermal, vibration, shock).

Nice To Haves

  • Master of Science in Mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering or Physics
  • 5+ years of experience working on inertial sensors.
  • Extensive knowledge of navigation-grade inertial sensors (gyroscopes, accelerometers) from design through test.
  • Excellent documentation and communication skills.
  • Proven track record of successful product ownership and teamwork in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct environmental characterization or inertial sensors (accelerometers and gyroscopes) to ensure all performance and flight-worthiness requirements are met.
  • Analyze test data and document results.
  • Develop sensor calibration processes.
  • Ensure timely production and delivery for vehicle integration.
  • Conduct component qualification testing.
  • Identify and implement hardware and software upgrades.

Benefits

  • 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 leave
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