Optical Test Engineer for Space AI Satellites

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX in Bastrop, TX is seeking an Optical Test Engineer for the AI Satellites program. The role involves designing and operating optical metrology systems to validate flight hardware, automating data collection, and training technicians.

You will work closely with design and production teams to ensure test procedures reflect design intent and enable high-rate production. Qualifications include a Bachelor's in physics or engineering and 2+ years in optics; preferred are hands-on experience with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in physics or an engineering discipline.
• 2+ years of hands-on optics experience in a lab or production setting.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and operate optical metrology and test systems.
• Automate optical test equipment and data collection.
• Collaborate with design and production teams to validate hardware.
• Instruct technicians on operation of test equipment.
• Develop test plans and maintain specifications.

Skills

Optical testing

Python/C/C++

Laser technology

ZEMAX

Optical alignment

Education

Bachelor's degree in physics or engineering

Tools

CAD

Job description

SpaceX in Bastrop, TX is seeking an Optical Test Engineer for the AI Satellites program. The role involves designing and operating optical metrology systems to validate flight hardware, automating data collection, and training technicians.

You will work closely with design and production teams to ensure test procedures reflect design intent and enable high-rate production. Qualifications include a Bachelor's in physics or engineering and 2+ years in optics; preferred are hands-on experience with