Satellite Power Electronics Engineer – High-Impact Systems

SpaceX; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Medical, vision, dental

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Company shuttle

Job summary

SpaceX in Redmond, WA is seeking a Power Electronics Engineer for Satellites (Starlink) to design, analyze, and test DC-DC power converters across harsh environments. You will help define power system requirements and collaborate with cross-functional teams to advance Starlink’s high‑speed broadband mission.

The role emphasizes a strong foundation in electrical engineering, hands-on verification, and familiarity with power electronics topology choices to optimize performance and reliability for

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, physics, or other STEM discipline.
• 1+ years of professional experience in power converter development.
• Master’s degree in electrical engineering preferred.
• Experience with AC-DC converters and power factor correction.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering expertise in design, analysis, and testing of DC-DC power converters for harsh environments.
• Work on electrical power system and sub-system level design trades and develop requirements.
• Define and perform electrical power system verification testing and analysis.
• Work with multidisciplinary teams of design, test, and production engineers to create new power electronics hardware.

Skills

Power electronics

DC-DC converters

Electrical engineering

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Job description

SpaceX in Redmond, WA is seeking a Power Electronics Engineer for Satellites (Starlink) to design, analyze, and test DC-DC power converters across harsh environments. You will help define power system requirements and collaborate with cross-functional teams to advance Starlink’s high‑speed broadband mission.

The role emphasizes a strong foundation in electrical engineering, hands-on verification, and familiarity with power electronics topology choices to optimize performance and reliability for