Avionics Systems Engineer – Special Programs

Starlink; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

401(k) plan

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking an Avionics Systems Engineer for the Special Programs team to architect, integrate, and test avionics for new vehicles. You will define architecture, wire harnesses, and perform system-level trades early in the program, with responsibility through first flight.

Experience across disciplines, problem-solving drive, and willingness to work in a fast-paced, data-driven environment are essential. A Top Secret clearance is required or actively pursued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline.
• 1+ years of experience with Python, MATLAB, or C++.
• 1+ years of experience with electrical component design, system-level integration of electronic components, or system-level testing.

Responsibilities

• Define avionics architecture and requirements for new vehicles, including power, data, RF, and sensor topologies.
• Design wiring diagrams and harnesses; own electrical integration of avionics boxes, sensors, and actuators.
• Plan and execute system-level integration and test, including vehicle-level testing and hardware-in-the-loop testing.

Skills

Electrical system integration

Problem solving

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Python

MATLAB

C++

Job description

SpaceX is seeking an Avionics Systems Engineer for the Special Programs team to architect, integrate, and test avionics for new vehicles. You will define architecture, wire harnesses, and perform system-level trades early in the program, with responsibility through first flight.

Experience across disciplines, problem-solving drive, and willingness to work in a fast-paced, data-driven environment are essential. A Top Secret clearance is required or actively pursued.