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Principal Electrical Design Engineer, Gateways & Customer Hardware (Starlink)

SpaceX's Starlink team designs, builds, and operates a global satellite internet network and high-volume consumer and gateway hardware. The Principal Electrical Design Engineer will own electrical system design and verification for customer-facing terminals and regional gateways, driving designs from concept through production while working closely with silicon, software, mechanical, manufacturing, and test teams.

Skills

  • Professional circuit and electronic product design experience
  • Mixed-signal PCB design and layout
  • Hardware bring-up, debugging, and test methodologies
  • Familiarity with high-speed interfaces (Ethernet, SerDes, DDR)
  • Experience with processors, FPGAs, and peripheral interfaces (I2C, SPI)
  • Power supply design and analog/digital conversion understanding
  • Proficiency in programming for tooling and test (Python, C/C++)
  • Cross-functional collaboration and systems-level thinking
  • Ability to support extended hours for mission-critical deadlines
  • ITAR eligibility as required

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and test highly reliable mixed-signal electronics for satellite communication products
  • Capture requirements, perform system trades, select components, create schematics and PCB layouts
  • Prototype, bring up, debug, and verify hardware through lab, environmental, and production testing
  • Collaborate with software, mechanical, thermal, silicon, manufacturing, and test teams to deliver integrated products
  • Drive continuous improvement using data from lab and on-orbit performance
  • Support hardware during production ramp, satellite integration, and field operations

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering (required)
  • Master's degree in EE, CE, or related field (preferred)

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Retirement savings plan (401k or equivalent)
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Professional development and training opportunities
  • Relocation assistance when applicable
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