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Sr. Electrical Test and Reliability Engineer, Gateways (Starlink)

SpaceX is scaling Starlink, the world’s largest satellite broadband system, and is seeking a senior electrical test and reliability engineer to design and execute test solutions for gateway ground antenna electronics. The role sits at the intersection of electrical, mechanical, thermal, software, and antenna engineering to ensure robust field performance and guide failure analysis, corrective action, and production qualification.

Skills

  • Proven experience in electrical test development and failure analysis
  • Familiarity with RF principles and antenna electronics
  • Hands-on experience with oscilloscopes, multimeters, spectrum/network analyzers, SMUs, and signal generators
  • Experience with environmental testing (HALT/HASS, thermal, humidity, shock, vibration)
  • Ability to design or specify PCBAs and test fixtures
  • Proficient programming for test automation and data analysis (Python, C/C++)
  • Strong measurement and metrology understanding, including uncertainty analysis
  • Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and communicate technical findings clearly

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and execute environmental, RF, mechanical, and electrical test solutions for ground antenna electronics and payloads
  • Perform detailed failure analysis to identify root causes and implement corrective actions
  • Select COTS instrumentation or design custom PCBAs to measure signals, apply flight-like loads, and power units under test
  • Provide hands-on support through design qualification, production ramp, and ground network rollout
  • Collaborate with mechanical, thermal, software, silicon, and antenna engineers to deliver integrated hardware
  • Perform electrical bench testing to reproduce failures and validate mitigations
  • Develop physical and digital tools for data collection and analysis from lab and field
  • Drive continuous improvement of designs and test methods; simplify complex problems into practical solutions

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, physics, or other STEM discipline (required)
  • Master’s degree in a related field (preferred)

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation and equity opportunities
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Professional development and training support
  • Relocation assistance and occasional travel as required
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