Sr. Product Compliance Engineer, RF/EMC/Wireless (Starlink)

SpaceX; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Senior Product Compliance Engineer to join its team, where you will play a pivotal role in ensuring that cutting-edge consumer electronics meet stringent regulatory standards. This position involves driving compliance efforts for the world’s most advanced broadband internet system, collaborating closely with engineering teams, and advocating for new compliance initiatives. If you have a passion for technology and a commitment to excellence, this role offers the opportunity to work on groundbreaking projects that will shape the future of connectivity. Join a dynamic team and make an impact on a global scale!

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in compliance engineering for consumer electronics.
• Strong knowledge of RF, safety, EMC, and environmental compliance.

Responsibilities

• Drive product-level compliance to meet global market access and safety.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure compliance in product design.

Skills

Compliance Engineering

Project Management

Communication Skills

RF Compliance

EMC Standards

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

EMI Test Equipment

RF Test Equipment

Automation Tools

Job description

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

SR. PRODUCT COMPLIANCE ENGINEER, RF/EMC/WIRELESS (STARLINK)

SpaceX is leveraging its experience building rockets and spacecraft to deploy Starlink, the world’s most advanced broadband internet system. Starlink is the world’s largest satellite constellation providing fast, reliable internet to millions of users worldwide. We design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system – thousands of satellites, consumer receivers that allow users to connect within minutes of unboxing, and the software that brings it all together. We’ve only begun to scratch the surface of Starlink’s potential global impact. As we continue to upgrade and expand the constellation, we’re looking for best-in-class engineers to join the team.

Product Compliance Engineers will play a critical role as SpaceX strives to deliver internet to those that need it most. They will drive regulatory efforts, impact internal design decisions, and obtain the product certifications necessary to sell and ship millions of consumer-facing devices. These devices - including Starlink dishes, Wi-Fi routers, power supply, accessories, etc. – are designed and manufactured completely in-house by SpaceX. Engineers on the team will be hands-on, regularly interact with multiple technical disciplines, and ultimately ensure that Starlink is a global success.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Own and drive product-level compliance, ensuring all regulatory requirements are met to facilitate global market access, brand protection, and product safety.
• Drive engagement with business groups to incorporate regulatory and certification requirements into product design and ensure their successful execution and compliance.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to generate technical construction files.
• Operate and automate a variety of EMI, RF, and electronics test equipment.
• Develop automation and measurement tools to improve radio testing fidelity and efficiency.
• Drive engagement with external 3rd party test laboratories and oversee compliance testing to applicable domestic and international standards.
• Become an advocate of new compliance initiatives working with internal or external partners.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering, math, chemistry, or physics discipline.
• 5+ years of professional experience in compliance engineering of consumer electronics, industrial equipment, or information technology equipment (RF, safety, EMC, wireless, or environmental compliance).

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 8+ years of experience managing product technical requirements, scope, schedule, or cost.
• 5+ years of experience, including WiFi or Radio/RF compliance, analysis, design, and testing.
• Experience with CISPR/FCC radio and EMC standards and requirements.
• Familiarity with U.S., Canadian, EU, and other international regulatory requirements and standards.
• Experience with NRTL, NEC, NFPA, IEC, and CB Scheme and other safety requirements and regulations.
• Experience with FCC, ISED, ETSI, and other international requirements for radio products.
• Experience with RoHS, REACH, WEEE, Prop 65, and other environmental requirements and regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a highly cross-functional role.
• Outstanding project management skills.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color