Avionics Integration & Test Engineer (Starshield)

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. AVIONICS INTEGRATION & TEST ENGINEER (STARSHIELD) Avionics Integration and Test Engineers are responsible for acceptance and qualification tests of our satellite's electrical systems. They must have a deep working knowledge of the satellite's electrical architecture, factory checkouts, and the ability to investigate failed electrical hardware to determine root cause via telemetry and hardware investigations. A successful Avionics Integration and Test Engineer demonstrates engineering intuition and critical thinking and is comfortable working under ambiguous requirements with minimal oversight. The ultimate goal of the Integration and Test team is to ensure that Starshield satellites work properly once deployed into space and achieve their mission. RESPONSIBILITIES: Design and validate electrical ground support equipment for testing Starshield satellites Evaluate non-confirming electrical hardware to determine root cause failure modes and propose design improvements Develop and automate vehicle checkout procedures for both integrated self tests and early-life mortality screens Evaluate proposed flight designs for integration and impacts to vehicle level checkouts Develop and maintain continuous integration test regression systems Interface with software engineers to improve SpaceX developed automation infrastructure Manage integration build flow and test operations BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in computer engineering, electrical engineering or physics 1+ years of design and/or hands-on manufacturing experience (internships, collegiate engineering projects such as Formula SAE, Baja SAE, etc., or professional industry experience will be considered) PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Ability and willingness to obtain a Top Secret clearance Master's degree in an engineering discipline Experience with MATLAB, python, or other programming language Experience with integration and testing of avionics, propulsion, thermal, and/or structural systems Documentation and configuration management experience Experience writing test plans, procedures and providing go/no-go judgment and rationale Experience in a production environment Demonstrated engineering intuition, critical thinking, comfort with ambiguity ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Some travel to other SpaceX sites may be required as needed, up to 10% Must be willing to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed to meet mission-critical deadlines This position is very hands-on and requires one to be on their feet for extended periods of time, up to 4 hours at a time Will often work side by side with our technicians and must be able to climb ladders, stoop, bend, crawl, and work in tight spaces An active clearance may provide the opportunity for you to work on sensitive SpaceX missions; if so, you will be subject to pre-employment drug and random drug and alcohol testing COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay range: Avionics Test Engineer/Level I: $105,000.00 - $122,500.00/per year Avionics Test Engineer/Level II: $120,000.00 - $150,000.00/per year 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. Those with an active clearance will receive a 10% differential, up to an additional $20,000 annually, once officially briefed into a classified program. 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 r