Satellites HITL Test Engineer — Flight‑like Validation

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage

Paid parental leave

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP in Redmond, WA is seeking engineers to design and maintain hardware-in-the-loop (HIL/HITL) testbeds for the Starlink software integration. The role involves developing test cases, creating simulation environments, and troubleshooting test results. A Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical, or aerospace engineering along with at least one year of relevant experience is required. This position offers a salary range of $105,000 to $145,000 depending on level, alongside comprehensive benefits including medical coverage and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of professional test experience within electrical, mechanical, and/or aerospace engineering.
• Experience configuring networks and troubleshooting layers 2-4 of the OSI model.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain hardware-in-the-loop (HIL/HITL) testbeds for the Starlink software.
• Develop test cases and create simulation environments that replicate on-orbit scenarios.
• Pioneer innovative strategies to scale the HITL fleet.

Skills

Experience with integration and testing of electrical, electromechanical, RF, and/or propulsion systems

Strong skills in troubleshooting, debugging, performance optimization, and unit testing

Excellent organizational and communication skills

Ability to learn quickly and work effectively in a dynamic environment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical, aerospace, or a related engineering discipline

Tools

3D CAD software

Electrical test equipment (oscilloscopes, DAQs)

Programmable logic controllers (PLCs)

Job description

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP in Redmond, WA is seeking engineers to design and maintain hardware-in-the-loop (HIL/HITL) testbeds for the Starlink software integration. The role involves developing test cases, creating simulation environments, and troubleshooting test results. A Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical, or aerospace engineering along with at least one year of relevant experience is required. This position offers a salary range of $105,000 to $145,000 depending on level, alongside comprehensive benefits including medical coverage and a 401(k) plan.