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SpaceX · 1 day ago

Electromagnetic Effects Engineer, Starlink Aviation

Woodinville, WA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$100K/yr - $135K/yr

1+ years exp

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. The Electromagnetic Effects Engineer will be responsible for ensuring hardware performance of Starlink equipment on various aircraft, conducting analysis and testing to solve EMI compatibility issues and enhance product reliability.

Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Perform analysis and design relating to effects of lightning; circuit and power system grounding architectures; structural electrical bonding; circuit isolation; transfer impedance; shielding effectiveness; radiated/conducted emissions and susceptibility; near-field/far-field electrodynamics; computational electromagnetics; etc

Set requirements based on physics rather than industry standards—a much deeper understanding of electromagnetic environmental effects is critical. Interface with, teach, and collaborate with EE, ME, DSP, and software engineers to test and validate systems

Characterize and solve EMI and RF problems from board to system level. Analyze and troubleshoot EMI performance in the field, during and after aircraft integration

Support certification efforts by performing EMI and EMC testing, documenting and discussing results with designated authorities

Operate a variety of EMI, RF, and electronics test equipment. Independently perform verifications and document results in a clear, precise, and complete manner

Support engineering effectively and confidently with creative thinking and rigor—question the status quo while adhering to documentation and maintaining prescribed quality standards

Qualification

Electromagnetic environmental effectsEMI/EMC analysisTestingRadio test equipmentProgramming in PythonAdvanced degree in engineeringTroubleshooting EMI/EMC eventsReading circuit schematicsE3 fundamentals knowledgeCommunication skillsCreative thinking

Required

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, physics, or other engineering discipline

1+ years of electromagnetic environmental effects (E3) work experience, including EMI/EMC requirements, analysis, design, and testing. (Internship or professional experience)

1+ years of experience with radio test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, vector signal analyzers, vector signal generators, and network analyzers. (Internship or professional experience)

1+ years of programming experience in Python, C#, C++, or MATLAB. (Internship or professional experience)

Must be willing to work long hours and weekends as needed

Must be willing to travel internationally as needed

Preferred

Advanced degree in electrical engineering, physics, or other engineering discipline

3+ years of E3 work experience, including EMI/EMC requirements, analysis, design, and testing

Previous experience with MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-464, FAA DO-160, FCC Radio and EMC standards, and requirements

Demonstrated experience troubleshooting EMI/EMC events from board to system level

Previous work experience with reading, interpreting, and following: circuit schematics, PCB layouts, engineering drawings, BOMs, cable harnesses, wiring schematics, interface diagrams, layout drawings, mechanical drawings, and CAD software

Strong knowledge of E3 fundamentals, RF engineering, and electrical circuit analysis

Experience with problem-solving in a fast-paced work environment with production/flight hardware

Excellent verbal and written communication skills