Senior Inertial Sensor Engineer, Starship

SpaceX; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid parental leave

Paid vacation and holidays

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Senior Sensor Development Engineer in Hawthorne, California, to work on navigation sensors critical for future Mars missions. This role involves environmental testing, data analysis, and calibration of inertial sensors like accelerometers and gyroscopes.

Ideal candidates will have extensive experience with inertial sensors and software development skills in Python and C/C++. A Bachelor’s degree and expertise in sensor technologies are required.

This position offers a competitive salary ranging from $140,000 to $205,000/year along with comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, retirement plans, and stock options.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience with inertial sensors.
• Experience in testing and calibrating sensors.
• Strong documentation skills and experience working in teams.

Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental characterization of inertial sensors.
• Analyze test data and document results.
• Develop sensor calibration processes.

Skills

Software development in Python

C/C++ programming

Knowledge of inertial sensors

Communication skills

Teamwork in fast-paced environments

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering or Physics

Master of Science in relevant field

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a Senior Sensor Development Engineer in Hawthorne, California, to work on navigation sensors critical for future Mars missions. This role involves environmental testing, data analysis, and calibration of inertial sensors like accelerometers and gyroscopes.

Ideal candidates will have extensive experience with inertial sensors and software development skills in Python and C/C++. A Bachelor’s degree and expertise in sensor technologies are required.

This position offers a competitive salary ranging from $140,000 to $205,000/year along with comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, retirement plans, and stock options.