Sr. RAN integration Engineer (Starlink Mobile)

Starlink; Redmond (WA); In loco; USD 165.000 - 240.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Stock options

Medical, vision, dental

401(k) retirement plan

Paid parental leave

Paid vacation & holidays

Descrizione del lavoro

SpaceX in Redmond is seeking a Senior RAN Integration Engineer for Starlink Mobile to integrate, test and evaluate LTE/5G network performance across satellite and ground segments. You will develop roadmaps, support carrier-grade interworking and ensure regulatory compliance.

This role requires deep experience with EPC/5GC/IMS, RAN, and transport protocols, plus ability to lead technical discussions with operators and travel to partner sites as needed; SpaceX offers strong compensation, stock,

Competenze

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline.
• 5+ years of cellular network integration experience (EPC, 5GC, IMS).
• 2+ years in 3G/4G/5G delivery, automation, and deployment.

Mansioni

• Define LTE and 5G RAN and EPC product requirements and roadmaps.
• Identify technology trades and create product roadmaps for cellular products internationally.
• Manage technical partnerships with mobile operators including network integrations.
• Document cellular network design, integration and performance metrics for expansion.

Conoscenze

Cellular network integration

LTE/5G knowledge

RAN knowledge

Documentation & reporting

Operator communications

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master's degree in engineering

Strumenti

Linux scripting

Automation tools

Descrizione del lavoro

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. RAN INTEGRATION ENGINEER (STARLINK MOBILE)

This position will play a critical role in integrating, testing and evaluating the functional performance, reliability and robustness of a complex satellite communication network. You will integrate the communication system components on satellite and ground stations. You will explore, assess, track, and report performance status to project leaders. You will implement tools to conduct, track and improve testing processes and effectiveness. You will ensure that satellites and ground networks provide the best possible communications system performance, successful network integration with mobile operators while also ensuring compliance with our operating licenses.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Define LTE and 5G RAN (Radio Access Network) and EPC (Evolved Packet Core) Product requirements, identify new product features and develop network integration plans for communication into carrier-grade network architecture
• Identify technology trades and create product roadmaps for cellular products globally (e.g. emergency, public warning systems and roaming services)
• Technical partnership program management with international mobile network operators (to scale to 10x what we have today), including deep technical discussions and supporting network integrations
• Create and own documentation of cellular network design, integration and performance metrics for international expansion strategy for direct to handset such as 3GPP feature and interface support, regulatory

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline
• 5+ years of experience with integration of cellular networks (EPC, 5GC, and IMS)
• 2+ years of experience with 3G, LTE, or 5G network delivery, automation, design and deployment
• Experience with transport network interfaces and protocols (e.g. diameter, SCTP, GTP, S1/5/6a/8, NAS, Gx/Rx, etc.)
• Experience with RAN (Radio Access Network)

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Master’s degree in an engineering discipline
• Experience with strategic technology decision making and designing state-of-the-art telecommunication networking infrastructure and feature roadmaps with an operator or vendor setting
• Knowledge of satellite and wireless communication theory
• Ability to handle C-Level technical discussions and presentations
• 5+ years of experience integrating and/or testing cellular 3G/4G/5G, WiFi, or similar protocol stacks
• Experience with Linux and Linux tools for automation
• Familiar with lab test equipment such network analyzers, packet load modules, and network emulators
• Demonstrable experience in script development for test automation
• Demonstrable experience in creating test plans and setting up test beds
• Experience with Atlassian tool suite - JIRA, Stash, Bamboo
• Familiar with version control tool Git/Gerrit, SVN
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work independently

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed
• Willing and able to spend extended periods at partner sites

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Pay Range:

Level 3: $165,000.00 - $240,000.00

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees in Washington State accrue paid sick time in compliance with state and federal law. Company shuttles are offered to employees for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday.

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.

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