SpaceX · 1 day ago
Electrical Engineer, Hardware Reliability (Starlink Product)
Bastrop, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expSpaceX 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 Electrical Engineer, Hardware Reliability role focuses on hardware failure analysis and driving design improvements for the Starlink product, ensuring reliable hardware for customers.
AerospaceManufacturingSpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Perform hands-on debugging to drive to root cause and corrective action of failed phased-array antenna, Wi-Fi router, power supply PCBAs, and cables
Utilize advanced diagnostic tools such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, x-ray machines, logic analyzers, and custom firmware scripts to root cause electronics
Run hardware failure investigations under high pressure, coordinating efforts across multiple teams, and communicating findings to leadership
Run data analyses on telemetry to further understand the failure landscape
Drive design and process changes to improve the reliability of the hardware based on field failures
Perform electrical bench testing and develop engineering models of failures to replicate and inform mitigation of anomalies
Partner with design, software, test, and manufacturing engineering teams to deliver reliable hardware to customers by informing product/hardware design
Run the day to day operations of the field returns triage lab, build out new processes as required, audit technician root cause results, and communicate on priorities and findings
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, electrical engineering technology, or computer engineering
1+ years experience working with digital or mixed-signal designs, using oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, power supplies, and/or soldering equipment (includes internships and school projects)
Ability to work extended hours, weekends, and offsite as needed
Ability to lift up to 25lbs unassisted
Must be willing to travel up to 30% for work
Must be willing to relocate to the Bastrop, TX area if not already local. Remote or hybrid work not considered
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State
Preferred
1+ years experience in consumer electronics or similar industry
Experience troubleshooting electronics hardware and/or RF communication systems
Demonstrated capability to jump into ill-defined problems and drive positive outcomes
Familiarity with programming and automation/scripting languages or ability to quickly learn them (i.e. Python, C++, SQL)
Experience with PCBA manufacturing processes and assembly such as SMT reflow, wave solder, and selective solder
Proficiency in understanding PCB schematics and layout tools
Experience with engineering projects in any one or more of the following areas: CPU/FPGA/ASIC circuit boards, linux, high-speed interfaces, memories, and/or low-power platforms
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Self-starter attitude, energy, and the ability to communicate effectively across business and technical discipline
Experience in a fast-paced, iterative design environment within the consumer electronics, mobile handset, medical devices, aerospace, marine or automotive industries
Company
SpaceX
SpaceX is an aviation and aerospace company that designs, manufactures, and launches rockets and spacecraft.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$11.78BKey Investors
Korea Investment PartnersIntesa SanpaoloAndreessen Horowitz
2025-12-12Secondary Market
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Leadership Team
Elon Musk
Founder, CEO & CTO
Bret Johnsen
CFO
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