Embedded RF Systems Engineer for Satellite Antennas

InvestedintheMission; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Long-term incentives

Medical coverage

401(k) plan

Paid parental leave

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Shuttle service

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer for the Satellite Antenna (Starlink) team in Redmond, WA. You will develop embedded software for modem and beamformer ASICs, support flight-critical operations, and work with RF engineers to improve antenna performance.

The role emphasizes autonomous, fast-paced problem solving in a cutting-edge space environment. Qualifications include a Bachelor's in CS/CE/EE and 1+ years in embedded C/C++ or Rust.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, or electrical engineering.
• 1+ years of programming experience in embedded C or C++ or Rust.
• Familiarity with RF fundamentals and/or communications theory is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop embedded software for custom modem and beamformer silicon ASICs that form the foundation of Starlink’s phased array antennas.
• Write flight-critical software to ensure intended operation of the antenna throughout the lifecycle of the satellite.
• Collaborate with phased array antenna engineers to build and implement new techniques to measure antennas as part of our CI/CD process.
• Analyze on-orbit performance data and investigate methods to improve performance and debug issues.
• Drive production RF test features to verify hardware in the factory while maintaining a rapid rate of production.
• Design and build automated measurement systems to characterize phased arrays radiating at 10-20GHz.
• Provide software engineering expertise and mission-critical support to the broader Payload Engineering organization.

Skills

Embedded C/C++/Rust

Phased array RF concepts

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/CE/EE

Tools

Spectrum analyzers

Network analyzers

Signal generators

Job description

SpaceX is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer for the Satellite Antenna (Starlink) team in Redmond, WA. You will develop embedded software for modem and beamformer ASICs, support flight-critical operations, and work with RF engineers to improve antenna performance.

The role emphasizes autonomous, fast-paced problem solving in a cutting-edge space environment. Qualifications include a Bachelor's in CS/CE/EE and 1+ years in embedded C/C++ or Rust.