SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP
Sr. RF and Network Analysis Engineer, Regulatory (Starlink)
SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP, Redmond, Washington, United States, 98052
Overview
Sr. RF and Network Analysis Engineer, Regulatory (Starlink) – SpaceX
– Redmond, WA SpaceX was founded to enable human life on Mars and is actively developing Starlink, the world’s most advanced broadband internet system. Starlink is the world’s largest satellite constellation and provides fast, reliable internet to millions of users worldwide. We design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system – thousands of satellites, consumer receivers, and the software that brings it together. We are looking for top engineers to maximize Starlink’s utility for communities and businesses globally. Telecommunication is a heavily regulated business. This position supports the team that advises SpaceX on legal and policy advocacy to ensure regulations enable and protect the provision of this service. The role applies expertise to advance Starlink’s licensing and spectrum positioning before domestic and global regulators and government bodies. Responsibilities
Support technical analyses pertaining to radio frequency interference and satellite spectrum coordination Model Starlink and other non-geostationary satellites’ operational topology and hardware Simulate scenarios considering regulatory constraints, geographic constraints, RF link budgets, constellation growth, customer growth, and coordination strategies Based on simulation results, analyze network and user experience impacts and make recommendations on satellite policy and coordination strategy Help provide strategic regulatory recommendations and advocacy support to business development efforts Basic Qualifications
Bachelors degree in electrical engineering or other engineering discipline Experience in MATLAB, Python, C++ or other tools for modeling and analyzing RF systems 5+ years of research, design, development, or regulatory experience in the RF and/or antenna domain Preferred Skills and Experience
Masters degree or PhD in electrical engineering with emphasis in RF/microwave circuits or communication theory Basic understanding of satellite hardware and orbital mechanics Experience with Visualyse Experience in modeling large non-geostationary satellite constellations Experience in satellite network simulation development and analysis Experience with RF topics in satellite communications, including link budgets, antenna theory and design, and interference analysis Additional Requirements
Ability to work extended hours or weekends as needed for mission critical deadlines Compensation and Benefits
Pay range: RF Engineer/Senior: $160,000.00 - $220,000.00 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. Base salary is one part of the total rewards package, which may include stock or options, discretionary bonuses, and access to the Employee Stock Purchase Plan, as well as comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, 401(k), disability and life insurance, paid parental leave, and other benefits. Vacation, holidays, and sick time are provided as applicable by location. SpaceX shuttles are offered to employees for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the Redmond office. Equal Opportunity Employer
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or other legally protected status.
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Sr. RF and Network Analysis Engineer, Regulatory (Starlink) – SpaceX
– Redmond, WA SpaceX was founded to enable human life on Mars and is actively developing Starlink, the world’s most advanced broadband internet system. Starlink is the world’s largest satellite constellation and provides fast, reliable internet to millions of users worldwide. We design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system – thousands of satellites, consumer receivers, and the software that brings it together. We are looking for top engineers to maximize Starlink’s utility for communities and businesses globally. Telecommunication is a heavily regulated business. This position supports the team that advises SpaceX on legal and policy advocacy to ensure regulations enable and protect the provision of this service. The role applies expertise to advance Starlink’s licensing and spectrum positioning before domestic and global regulators and government bodies. Responsibilities
Support technical analyses pertaining to radio frequency interference and satellite spectrum coordination Model Starlink and other non-geostationary satellites’ operational topology and hardware Simulate scenarios considering regulatory constraints, geographic constraints, RF link budgets, constellation growth, customer growth, and coordination strategies Based on simulation results, analyze network and user experience impacts and make recommendations on satellite policy and coordination strategy Help provide strategic regulatory recommendations and advocacy support to business development efforts Basic Qualifications
Bachelors degree in electrical engineering or other engineering discipline Experience in MATLAB, Python, C++ or other tools for modeling and analyzing RF systems 5+ years of research, design, development, or regulatory experience in the RF and/or antenna domain Preferred Skills and Experience
Masters degree or PhD in electrical engineering with emphasis in RF/microwave circuits or communication theory Basic understanding of satellite hardware and orbital mechanics Experience with Visualyse Experience in modeling large non-geostationary satellite constellations Experience in satellite network simulation development and analysis Experience with RF topics in satellite communications, including link budgets, antenna theory and design, and interference analysis Additional Requirements
Ability to work extended hours or weekends as needed for mission critical deadlines Compensation and Benefits
Pay range: RF Engineer/Senior: $160,000.00 - $220,000.00 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. Base salary is one part of the total rewards package, which may include stock or options, discretionary bonuses, and access to the Employee Stock Purchase Plan, as well as comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, 401(k), disability and life insurance, paid parental leave, and other benefits. Vacation, holidays, and sick time are provided as applicable by location. SpaceX shuttles are offered to employees for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the Redmond office. Equal Opportunity Employer
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or other legally protected status.
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