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Antenna Engineer, Satellites (Starlink)

SpaceX is expanding Starlink, the world’s largest broadband satellite constellation, and seeks an Antenna Engineer to design, prototype, test, and validate advanced phased array and reflector antenna systems for satellites, gateways, and consumer hardware. The role requires collaboration across electrical, silicon, software, mechanical, and manufacturing teams and involves ownership from concept through manufacturing and in-field performance analysis.

Skills

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering discipline (required)
  • 2+ years research or development experience in RF and antennas
  • Experience with 3D EM simulation tools (CST, HFSS, FEKO, EMPro, TICRA, XFDTD)
  • Antenna measurement and characterization skills (anechoic/reverb chambers, near-field)
  • Familiarity with RF concepts: impedance matching, Smith chart, power metrics, network analysis
  • Prototyping and hardware fabrication experience
  • Programming experience in Python, C#, C++, or MATLAB (preferred)
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Design advanced antenna and feed systems for phased array and reflector products
  • Fabricate, characterize, and validate prototype antennas, feed systems, and RF front ends
  • Develop and test digital beamforming software and systems for full phased array functionality
  • Provide phased-array expertise to set specifications and debug satellite and consumer products
  • Perform design validation testing for prototype and production designs
  • Integrate antennas into spacecraft and related systems with cross-functional teams
  • Analyze in-field RF performance data and investigate improvements and issue resolution

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline (required)
  • Master’s or PhD in electrical engineering with RF/antenna research is preferred

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Short- and long-term disability insurance and life insurance
  • Long-term incentives (company stock, options, or cash awards) and potential bonuses
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (discounted stock purchase)
  • Paid parental leave
  • Approximately 3 weeks paid vacation and 10+ paid holidays per year
  • Paid sick time in compliance with Washington State law
  • Company shuttle service from select Seattle locations
  • Various employee discounts and perks
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