SpaceX · 15 hours ago
Mission Integration Engineer, Advanced Waveforms (Starshield Missions)
Hawthorne, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$95K/yr - $115K/yr
3+ years expSpaceX is a pioneering aerospace manufacturer and space transport services company, dedicated to enabling human life on Mars. As a Mission Integration Engineer for Advanced Waveforms in Starshield Missions, you will lead a cross-functional team to develop advanced communication platforms for US Government needs, focusing on the integration of capabilities and ongoing feature development.
AerospaceManufacturingSpace Travel
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Responsible for the design, development, and integration of advanced communication systems
Role requires a deep understanding of SIGINT sensor technologies, data processing, system operation, mission requirements as well as EW capabilities and employment
Act as primary point of contact for advanced waveforms feature definition, requirements, and development
Act as the representative of Starshield advanced waveforms to the US Government, and as the responsible owner within SpaceX for the US Government’s needs and requirements
Drive end-to-end trades, interface definitions, testing, and verification with stakeholders
Ensure on-time deliverables, risk mitigation, and mission success
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's in engineering, physics, or science discipline
2+ years in aerospace, space, and/or defense industries
Experience with communications payloads, user terminals, or satcom integration
Active Top Secret/SCI clearance
This position requires successfully obtaining and maintaining a Top Secret Security Clearance as a condition of employment
Must pass DoD-level background checks for entry into various government facilities
Ability to travel up to 25% of the time
Preferred
3+ years leading integration of hardware/software into government systems
3+ years managing technical teams
Knowledge of signals intelligence and EW operational employments
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
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
Paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy
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
2026-01-01Undisclosed
2025-12-12Secondary Market
2025-09-10Secondary Market
Leadership Team
Elon Musk
Founder, CEO & CTO
Bret Johnsen
CFO
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