Radiation Effects Engineer - Avionics for Spacecraft

SpaceX; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid parental leave

3 weeks of paid vacation

Discretionary bonuses

Job summary

SpaceX in Hawthorne, California, is seeking a Radiation Effects Engineer to join their team. In this role, you will ensure the performance of avionics hardware across various space vehicles, including testing and analyzing in extreme radiation environments.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline and has experience in radiation effects. You will support cross-functional teams to enhance component reliability and comply with safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline required.
• 1+ years experience in radiation effects field preferred.
• Proficiency in Python and SQL beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support cross-discipline teams with radiation test analysis.
• Develop radiation test data applications.
• Ensure compliance with radiation safety regulations.

Skills

Full stack web development

Radiation effects analysis

Testing and reporting standards

Mathematics and statistics

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical, materials, physics, or engineering discipline

Tools

Python

SQL

JavaScript

Hardware blueprints/schematics

Job description

SpaceX in Hawthorne, California, is seeking a Radiation Effects Engineer to join their team. In this role, you will ensure the performance of avionics hardware across various space vehicles, including testing and analyzing in extreme radiation environments.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline and has experience in radiation effects. You will support cross-functional teams to enhance component reliability and comply with safety regulations.