SpaceX · 4 hours ago
Sr. 3GPP RAN Integration Engineer (Direct To cell)
Sunnyvale, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$170K/yr - $230K/yr
5+ years expSpaceX is actively developing technologies to enable human life on Mars. They are seeking a Sr. 3GPP RAN Integration Engineer to serve as the technical and strategic lead within the 3GPP Radio Access Network working groups, influencing 5G and 6G standards and aligning internal engineering teams with global developments.
AerospaceManufacturingSpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Act as the company’s primary delegate in relevant 3GPP RAN Working Groups (RAN1, RAN2, RAN3, RAN4, RAN5 as applicable)
Present, negotiate, and defend company contributions and proposals to ensure alignment of emerging standards with product and regulatory goals
Build and maintain relationships with other 3GPP members, operators, chipset vendors, and regulatory bodies
Draft, review, and submit technical contributions on topics such as 5G NR, NTN, RAN architecture, spectrum bands, and performance evaluation
Provide detailed technical analysis on topics like PHY/MAC/RRC enhancements, link adaptation, coexistence studies, and NTN integration
Participate in internal design reviews to translate 3GPP outcomes into actionable engineering requirements
Track standardization timelines, Study Item/Work Item progress, and Release planning (e.g., Release 19/20)
Summarize and communicate 3GPP meeting outcomes to internal stakeholders through concise reports and recommendations
Identify emerging standardization opportunities, risks, and competitive moves
Partner with system engineering, RF design, regulatory, and product teams to align internal technical roadmaps with 3GPP evolution
Support business and partnership discussions with standards-based technical insights
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in STEM discipline
5+ years of experience with cellular RAN design and/or system architecture
3+ years of experience working with/on 3GPP standardization
Willing to work extended hours as needed
Willing and able to travel as needed (up to 25%)
Preferred
Advanced degree (MSc/PhD) in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field
Deep understanding of 5G NR and LTE PHY/MAC/RRC layers
Deep understanding of NTN (Non-Terrestrial Networks) and satellite integration into 3GPP systems
Deep understanding of spectrum coexistence, PFD limits, RF propagation, and link budgets
Proven experience contributing to and/or leading submissions within 3GPP RAN working groups
Prior leadership role (e.g., rapporteur, ad hoc chair, or company lead delegate) in a 3GPP or similar standards body
Familiarity with ITU-R, ETSI, GSMA, or regional regulatory processes
Background in satellite communications, NTN, or RF systems integration
Ability to manage multiple contributions across parallel RAN WGs and releases
Benefits
Long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards
Potential discretionary bonuses
Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
Access to a 401(k) retirement plan
Short & 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
5 days of sick leave per year
Company
SpaceX
SpaceX is an aviation and aerospace company that designs, manufactures, and launches rockets and spacecraft.
1001-5000 employees
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