SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP
Radiation Effects Test Engineer
SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP, Hawthorne, California, United States, 90250
Overview
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. RADIATION EFFECTS TEST ENGINEER
As a member of our fast-paced Radiation Effects team, you will be responsible for ensuring avionics hardware performance across our fleet of vehicles through some of the harshest and varied radiation environments imaginable. To ensure maximum reliability in an ionizing radiation environment, the Radiation team performs exhaustive analysis, design, and test at the component, board, unit and subsystem levels with extensive opportunity to interact with a vast array of rocket and spacecraft hardware and electronics. As one of the few teams required to interface with the design, manufacturing, integration, and mission operations teams, we play a critical role in the development of our systems to enable broadband satellite internet and safe, reliable, inexpensive, and innovative access to space with the fundamental goal of expanding human space exploration capabilities and establishing a permanent human presence on the Moon and Mars. RESPONSIBILITIES
Support a cross-discipline team of design and system engineers, while providing radiation test, automation, and reporting Develop, implement, and troubleshoot complex test systems Prepare and fully execute test plans and analysis for single event effect, total ionizing dose, and displacement damage dose Perform testing to characterize parts and assemblies for their total ionizing dose and single event effect sensitivities Perform root-cause analysis of test failures, and communicate recommended actions Implement process controls through the form of procedural documentation and test system automation BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or physics 2+ years of experience in the radiation effects field Experience programming in Python PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Previous work experience in radiation effects including modeling, testing, and/or analysis Strong programming skill (Python, C++, or SQL) Excellent written and verbal communication skills Experience in design and/or analysis of digital and analog circuits Ability to identify failures in radiation testing and knowledge on how to mitigate common failure mechanisms induced by ionizing radiation Experience with systems requiring resistance to ionizing dose including total ionizing dose testing, analysis to predict dose on orbit and familiarity with common problems and vulnerabilities to total ionizing dose Experience developing tests for microprocessors, ASICs, or FPGAs Experience with testing RF or optical interface devices Familiarity and comfort with avionics hardware spanning integrated circuits, PCBA boards, sensors/transducers, functional troubleshooting and defect detection Familiarity and comfort with hardware blueprints/schematics and circuit functions based on designs Superior organizational and analytical skills with keen attention to detail and quality ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted Extended hours and weekend work may be required to support critical project and mission milestones COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Pay range: Radiation Effects Test Engineer/Level I: $100,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year Radiation Effects Test Engineer/Level II: $115,000.00 - $135,000.00 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 part of a total rewards package including long-term incentives, potential discretionary bonuses, and the ability to purchase SpaceX stock. You will also receive medical, vision, and dental coverage, a 401(k) plan, disability and life insurance, paid parental leave, paid vacation, and holidays. Employees accrue paid sick leave per company policy. EEO and Compliance
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants may be asked for ITAR eligibility information and required to meet ITAR obligations, including U.S. citizen or national status, permanent resident, or other eligible status. SpaceX complies with applicable laws and regulations and provides accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities upon request at EEOCompliance@spacex.com.
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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. RADIATION EFFECTS TEST ENGINEER
As a member of our fast-paced Radiation Effects team, you will be responsible for ensuring avionics hardware performance across our fleet of vehicles through some of the harshest and varied radiation environments imaginable. To ensure maximum reliability in an ionizing radiation environment, the Radiation team performs exhaustive analysis, design, and test at the component, board, unit and subsystem levels with extensive opportunity to interact with a vast array of rocket and spacecraft hardware and electronics. As one of the few teams required to interface with the design, manufacturing, integration, and mission operations teams, we play a critical role in the development of our systems to enable broadband satellite internet and safe, reliable, inexpensive, and innovative access to space with the fundamental goal of expanding human space exploration capabilities and establishing a permanent human presence on the Moon and Mars. RESPONSIBILITIES
Support a cross-discipline team of design and system engineers, while providing radiation test, automation, and reporting Develop, implement, and troubleshoot complex test systems Prepare and fully execute test plans and analysis for single event effect, total ionizing dose, and displacement damage dose Perform testing to characterize parts and assemblies for their total ionizing dose and single event effect sensitivities Perform root-cause analysis of test failures, and communicate recommended actions Implement process controls through the form of procedural documentation and test system automation BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or physics 2+ years of experience in the radiation effects field Experience programming in Python PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Previous work experience in radiation effects including modeling, testing, and/or analysis Strong programming skill (Python, C++, or SQL) Excellent written and verbal communication skills Experience in design and/or analysis of digital and analog circuits Ability to identify failures in radiation testing and knowledge on how to mitigate common failure mechanisms induced by ionizing radiation Experience with systems requiring resistance to ionizing dose including total ionizing dose testing, analysis to predict dose on orbit and familiarity with common problems and vulnerabilities to total ionizing dose Experience developing tests for microprocessors, ASICs, or FPGAs Experience with testing RF or optical interface devices Familiarity and comfort with avionics hardware spanning integrated circuits, PCBA boards, sensors/transducers, functional troubleshooting and defect detection Familiarity and comfort with hardware blueprints/schematics and circuit functions based on designs Superior organizational and analytical skills with keen attention to detail and quality ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted Extended hours and weekend work may be required to support critical project and mission milestones COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Pay range: Radiation Effects Test Engineer/Level I: $100,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year Radiation Effects Test Engineer/Level II: $115,000.00 - $135,000.00 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 part of a total rewards package including long-term incentives, potential discretionary bonuses, and the ability to purchase SpaceX stock. You will also receive medical, vision, and dental coverage, a 401(k) plan, disability and life insurance, paid parental leave, paid vacation, and holidays. Employees accrue paid sick leave per company policy. EEO and Compliance
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants may be asked for ITAR eligibility information and required to meet ITAR obligations, including U.S. citizen or national status, permanent resident, or other eligible status. SpaceX complies with applicable laws and regulations and provides accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities upon request at EEOCompliance@spacex.com.
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