Integration & Test Engineer (Optical)

SpaceX; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Optical Integration & Test Engineer to join their innovative Space Lasers team. This role involves developing and operating complex test equipment to validate advanced optical systems, ensuring the success of a groundbreaking program aimed at enabling human life on Mars. You will collaborate with engineers and production teams, applying your knowledge in optics and programming to drive project outcomes. If you're passionate about space technology and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity could be your next big adventure!

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical Coverage

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Vacation

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Discretionary Bonuses

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Short and Long-term Disability Insurance

Various Discounts

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on experience in optics, photonics, or laser technology.
• Experience in a computer programming language such as C++, LabVIEW, or Python.
• Master's degree or PhD preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and operate test equipment for Space Lasers systems.
• Drive validation testing and evaluate designs for manufacturability.
• Work with multi-disciplinary teams to meet production requirements.

Skills

Optics

Photonics

Laser Technology

C++

LabVIEW

Python

Optical Analysis Tools

3D CAD

Critical Thinking

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physics or Engineering

Master's Degree or PhD in Physics or Engineering

Tools

Zemax

Optical Test Equipment

Job description

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SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

INTEGRATION & TEST ENGINEER (OPTICAL)

As an Optical Integration & Test Engineer on the Space Lasers team, you will be responsible for developing and operating complex test equipment to validate the Space Lasers systems. This will include qualifying and acceptance testing of optical systems, high-precision actuators, and integrated system-level testing. On a daily basis, you can expect to be driving the business outcome of a project that will directly tie into the success of the Space Lasers program. Depending on the status of a project this could entail test design, operation, data processing, and or root cause investigative work. You will work with responsible engineers, software engineers, and production team members to achieve positive outcomes for the space lasers team.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to understand and drive requirements for production and development testing of highly complex spaceflight hardware
• Apply optics and photonics knowledge to laser test system development, including design, analysis, and validation
• Evaluate proposed designs for manufacturability and manage integration build flow and test operations
• Drive validation testing, including performance characterization, lot acceptance testing, and reliability testing of flight hardware
• Evaluate non-conformances to determine root cause and create actionable items and system improvements
  
  

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in physics or an engineering discipline
• 2+ years of hands-on laboratory or work experience in optics, photonics, laser technology, or testing (university lab, student project, or internship experience qualifies)
• 1+ years of experience in a computer programming language (e.g. C++, LabVIEW, and/or Python)
  
  

Preferred Skills And Experience

• Master's degree or PhD in physics oran engineering discipline
• Experience working in an optical laboratory or production setting requiring hands-on work, attention to detail, and high regard for safety
• Proficiency with optical analysis tools such as Zemax
• Knowledge of and experience in lasers, photodiodes, fiber optics, optics testing/troubleshooting techniques, and signal integrity principles
• Experience with optical test equipment (power meters, interferometers, spectrum analyzers etc.)
• Experience with integration and testing of electrical or avionics systems
• Documentation and configuration management experience
• Experience writing test plans, and procedures and providing go/no-go judgment and rationale
• Demonstrated engineering intuition, critical thinking, and comfort with ambiguity
• Proficiency in 3D CAD (NX preferred)
• Experience working effectively across multi-disciplinary teams
• Desire to work in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  
  

Additional Requirements

• Some travel to our launch sites may be required as needed, up to 10%
• Ability to pass Air Force background checks for Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg
• Must be willing to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed
  
  

Compensation And Benefits

Pay range:

Integration & Test Engineer/Level I: $95,000.00 - $115,000.00/per year

Integration & Test Engineer/Level II: $110,000.00 - $130,000.00/per year

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.

Itar Requirements

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C.
• 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C.
• 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
  
  

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to [e-mail].

Seniority level

• Seniority level

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Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

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