Optical Test Engineer — Metrology & Automation

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and dental coverage

401k retirement plan

Paid parental leave

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP is seeking an Optical Test Engineer in Redmond, WA, to design and validate optical systems crucial for Starlink operations. You will work closely with teams to ensure hardware meets design intent and help train your peers in test equipment use.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in optics or photonics, and experience with optical analysis tools. The position involves both hands-on and analytical tasks, contributing to the future of space exploration.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on experience in optics or photonics.
• Experience with optical test equipment like power meters and interferometers.
• Knowledge of digital communication protocols.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and operate optical metrology and test systems.
• Automate optical test equipment and data collection.
• Instruct technicians on the operation of test equipment.

Skills

Optics knowledge

Photonics experience

Programming in Python

Optical test equipment experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in physics or engineering

Master’s degree or PhD in related field

Tools

ZEMAX

CAD software

Job description

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP is seeking an Optical Test Engineer in Redmond, WA, to design and validate optical systems crucial for Starlink operations. You will work closely with teams to ensure hardware meets design intent and help train your peers in test equipment use.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in optics or photonics, and experience with optical analysis tools. The position involves both hands-on and analytical tasks, contributing to the future of space exploration.