Electric Propulsion Test Engineer – Satellites

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 117,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid parental leave

3 weeks of paid vacation

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP in Redmond, WA is looking for a Test Engineer focused on Electric Propulsion for Starlink satellites. This role involves designing and executing testing campaigns under flight conditions, ensuring the performance of advanced electric thrusters.

The ideal candidate should hold a Bachelor's degree in a relevant STEM field and possess hands-on hardware experience. Join SpaceX to contribute to groundbreaking tech in a dynamic environment, with competitive benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, physics, or related STEM field.
• 1+ years of hands-on hardware experience through internships or extracurricular activities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute tests at system and component levels for hardware performance evaluation.
• Manage test campaigns, including plan creation and data review.
• Troubleshoot and operate electric thrusters and supporting equipment.

Skills

Hardware test design

Data acquisition systems

Troubleshooting

Python programming

Mechanical aptitude

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Aerospace Engineering or related STEM field

Tools

Beckhoff/TwinCat DAQ systems

CAD modeling

Job description

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP in Redmond, WA is looking for a Test Engineer focused on Electric Propulsion for Starlink satellites. This role involves designing and executing testing campaigns under flight conditions, ensuring the performance of advanced electric thrusters.

The ideal candidate should hold a Bachelor's degree in a relevant STEM field and possess hands-on hardware experience. Join SpaceX to contribute to groundbreaking tech in a dynamic environment, with competitive benefits and opportunities for growth.