Senior Aviation Networking Architect

Spacex; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Sr. Aviation Development Engineer, Networking (Starlink) to drive cabin connectivity architecture and HITL lab representations for airline programs. You will translate lab and flight data into scalable architecture decisions across fleets.

You will own passenger authentication, Wi‑Fi requirements, and interop with IFE/crew networks, coordinating with regulators and airframe manufacturers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline.
• 5+ years of engineering or technical program experience.
• Experience with aircraft/aviation or Starlink-style systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own cabin connectivity architecture for assigned airline programs.
• Specify and drive next-generation passenger-cabin Wi-Fi requirements.
• Design and operate HITL lab environments emulating airline cabins.
• Configure and validate cabin routers and access points (SSID/VLAN/DHCP/NAT).
• Define and verify passenger authentication and hotspot security.
• Work IP networking and protocol end-to-end (IPv4/IPv6, DHCP, DNS, NAT).
• Turn measurements into requirements and design changes for product teams.
• Lead program reviews and governance with stakeholders.

Skills

Wi-Fi design

IP networking

Project management

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline

Tools

HITL lab experience

RF lab equipment

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a Sr. Aviation Development Engineer, Networking (Starlink) to drive cabin connectivity architecture and HITL lab representations for airline programs. You will translate lab and flight data into scalable architecture decisions across fleets.

You will own passenger authentication, Wi‑Fi requirements, and interop with IFE/crew networks, coordinating with regulators and airframe manufacturers.