GNC Engineer, Satellite Power — Powering Global Satellite Internet

InvestedintheMission

Redmond (WA)

On-site

USD 125,000 - 175,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

SpaceX in Redmond, WA seeks a GNC Engineer for Satellite Power Systems to design, implement, and operate control systems that manage electrical power on Starlink satellites, while optimizing health monitoring and fleet performance.

The role requires a STEM degree and hands-on experience with C/C++, Python, or Java, plus strong knowledge of linear control methods. Embedded C++, MATLAB, and Simulink skills are valued; willingness to work extended hours is expected.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, physics, computer science or other STEM discipline.
  • Proficient in coding with C/C++, Python or Java.

Responsibilities

  • Develop, deploy, monitor, and maintain control systems for the flow of electrical power on Starlink satellites.
  • Improve health and performance insights of electrical power systems via ground-based or vehicle estimation methods.
  • Analyze satellite data to identify anomalous system or algorithm behavior.
  • Invent schemes to protect the vehicle and algorithms from faults or corruption.
  • Collaborate with software, reliability, and satellite operations teams.

Skills

C/C++
Python
Java

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

MATLAB
Simulink

Job description

SpaceX in Redmond, WA seeks a GNC Engineer for Satellite Power Systems to design, implement, and operate control systems that manage electrical power on Starlink satellites, while optimizing health monitoring and fleet performance.

The role requires a STEM degree and hands-on experience with C/C++, Python, or Java, plus strong knowledge of linear control methods. Embedded C++, MATLAB, and Simulink skills are valued; willingness to work extended hours is expected.

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