SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP
RF Software Engineer (Starshield)
SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP, Hawthorne, California, United States, 90250
Overview
SpaceX was founded with the belief that humanity should explore the stars. SpaceX is developing technologies to enable human life on Mars. RF SOFTWARE ENGINEER (STARSHIELD) Starshield leverages SpaceX’s Starlink technology and launch capability to support national security efforts. Starshield is designed for government use, with an initial focus on earth observation, communications, and hosted payloads. As an RF software engineer on the Starshield team, you will work on advanced development programs in support of US National Security, collaborating with RF engineers, DSP engineers, software engineers, hardware engineers and end users to design and build RF capabilities for proliferated communications and remote sensing in low earth orbit. You will work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, iterating from design and demo to operational capability. Responsibilities
Design, build, validate, and automate RF test benches for full characterization of custom RF designs, using equipment such as VNA, VSG, VSA, spectrum analyzers, load pulls, RF power meters, high-speed oscilloscopes, and other common lab tools Design and build modular, scalable RF test infrastructure and test automation sequences in Python and C++ to support design validation, qualification, and production Collaborate with hardware, FPGA, DSP, and software engineers to design and validate RF systems Create electromagnetic simulation models of hardware to design and evaluate performance BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or another engineering discipline 1+ years of professional development experience in C/C++ or Python 1+ years of professional experience with radio test equipment (spectrum analyzers, vector signal analyzers/generators, network analyzers) 1+ years of professional RF experience with antennas or communication systems PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Master’s degree in electrical engineering or another engineering discipline Experience testing active and passive RF devices (filters, amplifiers, mixers, upconverters/downconverters) Experience with RF concepts such as gain, linearity, P1dB, ACLR, EVM, PAE, S-parameters, and input/output matching Experience with software design principles, architecture, design patterns, and unit/integration testing Experience with environmental testing methodologies and equipment (thermal chambers, temperature forcing systems) Experience troubleshooting software-hardware interactions (network devices and lab instrumentation) Experience using Windows and Linux Experience with configuration management and version control software ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to obtain and maintain Active Top Secret or Top Secret SCI clearance Active Top Secret or Top Secret SCI clearance preferred; willingness to pursue clearance if not already held. If cleared, may be required to undergo pre-employment drug and random drug/alcohol testing Willingness to work extended hours and weekends as needed COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Pay range: RF Software Engineer/Level I: $120,000.00 - $145,000.00 per year RF Software Engineer/Level II: $140,000.00 - $170,000.00 per year Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge, education, and experience. Those with an active TS/SCI clearance may receive a 10% differential, up to an additional $15,000 annually, if briefing into a classified program. Base salary is one part of the total rewards package, which may include long-term incentives (stock or cash), discretionary bonuses, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, comprehensive medical/vision/dental coverage, 401(k) plan, disability and life insurance, paid parental leave, and other benefits. Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave are provided according to company policy. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicants must be a U.S. citizen or national, a U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), a Refugee, or an Asylee, or be eligible for the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about ITAR here. SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment is merit-based and will not be influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other protected status. For accommodations during application/interview, contact EEOCompliance@spacex.com.
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SpaceX was founded with the belief that humanity should explore the stars. SpaceX is developing technologies to enable human life on Mars. RF SOFTWARE ENGINEER (STARSHIELD) Starshield leverages SpaceX’s Starlink technology and launch capability to support national security efforts. Starshield is designed for government use, with an initial focus on earth observation, communications, and hosted payloads. As an RF software engineer on the Starshield team, you will work on advanced development programs in support of US National Security, collaborating with RF engineers, DSP engineers, software engineers, hardware engineers and end users to design and build RF capabilities for proliferated communications and remote sensing in low earth orbit. You will work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, iterating from design and demo to operational capability. Responsibilities
Design, build, validate, and automate RF test benches for full characterization of custom RF designs, using equipment such as VNA, VSG, VSA, spectrum analyzers, load pulls, RF power meters, high-speed oscilloscopes, and other common lab tools Design and build modular, scalable RF test infrastructure and test automation sequences in Python and C++ to support design validation, qualification, and production Collaborate with hardware, FPGA, DSP, and software engineers to design and validate RF systems Create electromagnetic simulation models of hardware to design and evaluate performance BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or another engineering discipline 1+ years of professional development experience in C/C++ or Python 1+ years of professional experience with radio test equipment (spectrum analyzers, vector signal analyzers/generators, network analyzers) 1+ years of professional RF experience with antennas or communication systems PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Master’s degree in electrical engineering or another engineering discipline Experience testing active and passive RF devices (filters, amplifiers, mixers, upconverters/downconverters) Experience with RF concepts such as gain, linearity, P1dB, ACLR, EVM, PAE, S-parameters, and input/output matching Experience with software design principles, architecture, design patterns, and unit/integration testing Experience with environmental testing methodologies and equipment (thermal chambers, temperature forcing systems) Experience troubleshooting software-hardware interactions (network devices and lab instrumentation) Experience using Windows and Linux Experience with configuration management and version control software ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to obtain and maintain Active Top Secret or Top Secret SCI clearance Active Top Secret or Top Secret SCI clearance preferred; willingness to pursue clearance if not already held. If cleared, may be required to undergo pre-employment drug and random drug/alcohol testing Willingness to work extended hours and weekends as needed COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Pay range: RF Software Engineer/Level I: $120,000.00 - $145,000.00 per year RF Software Engineer/Level II: $140,000.00 - $170,000.00 per year Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge, education, and experience. Those with an active TS/SCI clearance may receive a 10% differential, up to an additional $15,000 annually, if briefing into a classified program. Base salary is one part of the total rewards package, which may include long-term incentives (stock or cash), discretionary bonuses, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, comprehensive medical/vision/dental coverage, 401(k) plan, disability and life insurance, paid parental leave, and other benefits. Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave are provided according to company policy. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicants must be a U.S. citizen or national, a U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), a Refugee, or an Asylee, or be eligible for the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about ITAR here. SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment is merit-based and will not be influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other protected status. For accommodations during application/interview, contact EEOCompliance@spacex.com.
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