Starlink Satellite Thermal Engineer — Design, Test & Optimize

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Company stock options

Job summary

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP is seeking a Thermal Engineer in Redmond, WA. The role involves the thermal design and validation of Starlink satellite hardware. Responsibilities include conducting thermal tests and producing documentation to improve process efficiency.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in engineering, at least a year of industry experience, and proficiency in thermal design tools. SpaceX offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical coverage, 401(k), and paid vacation.

Qualifications

• 1+ year industry experience, including internships.
• Ability to automate workflow to improve efficiency.
• Experience with thermal design tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thermal design of satellite components.
• Run tests to validate hardware performance.
• Produce documentation to improve efficiency.

Skills

Thermal design

Scientific programming languages

Communication skills

3D thermal modeling

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Flotherm

Icepak

Thermal Desktop

ANSYS Workbench

Job description

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP is seeking a Thermal Engineer in Redmond, WA. The role involves the thermal design and validation of Starlink satellite hardware. Responsibilities include conducting thermal tests and producing documentation to improve process efficiency.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in engineering, at least a year of industry experience, and proficiency in thermal design tools. SpaceX offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical coverage, 401(k), and paid vacation.