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SpaceX is building Starlink, the world’s largest satellite broadband system, and is hiring RF engineers to design, prototype, and verify antennas, RF front ends, and phased array systems for consumer and gateway hardware. The role requires hands-on RF design and test work, cross-functional collaboration with electrical, mechanical, software, and manufacturing teams, and contributions from concept through high-volume production.

Skills

  • Professional RF experience with antennas or communication systems
  • Proficiency with radio test equipment (spectrum analyzers, VNAs, VSAs, VSGs)
  • Programming experience in Python, C++, C#, or MATLAB
  • Experience with electromagnetic simulation tools and antenna theory
  • Knowledge of link budgets and RF active/passive components
  • Experience characterizing radio performance at microwave frequencies
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work extended hours or weekends for mission-critical deadlines
  • ITAR-eligible U.S. person status

Responsibilities

  • Design, fabricate, and characterize prototype antennas, feed systems, and RF front ends for phased arrays, gateways, and consumer wireless products
  • Develop electromagnetic simulation models for antennas, filters, and PCB layouts to evaluate performance
  • Collaborate closely with EE, ME, DSP, software, and manufacturing teams to design and validate RF systems
  • Create and test phased array alignment and calibration solutions
  • Develop rapid design validation and production test solutions for high-volume consumer products
  • Write automation and test software (primarily Python) to interact with units under test, instrumentation, and documentation systems

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related engineering discipline (required)
  • Master’s or PhD in electrical engineering with RF/antenna emphasis (preferred)

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation
  • Health, dental, and vision benefits
  • Retirement/401(k) options
  • Paid time off and holiday leave
  • Professional development and opportunity to work on large-scale space and satellite systems
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