Skills & Technologies
Requirements
- Experience
- 1+ years
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Visa
- Sponsorship available
Joblaze summary
The Avionics Systems Engineer for Starship plays a crucial role in overseeing the avionics systems throughout the entire lifecycle of the vehicle, from design to launch and recovery. This position requires expertise in electrical component design and system integration, along with proficiency in software tools like Matlab, C++, or Python. Ideal candidates are those with a background in engineering and experience in fast-paced environments, particularly in roles that demand troubleshooting and real-time decision-making. The role is part of a dynamic team focused on innovative solutions for space exploration.
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Quick facts
- Is the Avionics Systems Engineer (Starship) role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in Starbase, TX.
- How much experience is required?
- At least 1 year of relevant experience for this Avionics Systems Engineer (Starship) role.
- Where is the role based?
- SpaceX is hiring for this position in Starbase, TX.
- What's the tech stack?
- Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: C++, Electrical Test Equipment, Python, MATLAB, 3D CAD.
- Does SpaceX sponsor work visas for this role?
- Yes — the posting indicates visa sponsorship is available for the right candidate.
- What seniority level is this role?
- SpaceX targets mid-level candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Avionics Systems Engineer (Starship) role at SpaceX.
From the original posting
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 SYSTEMS ENGINEER (STARSHIP)
As a Starship Avionics Systems & Operations Engineer, you will have the unique opportunity to be part of a cross-functional team that bridges the gap between vehicle analysis, design, production and vehicle operations.
The Starship Avionics Team is responsible for cradle to grave ownership of Starship vehicle avionics as the vehicle is built, tested, launched, recovered and re-launched. This includes development of new capabilities, electrical design of vehicle architecture, repair of electrical components, and troubleshooting of avionics subsystems including power distribution, vehicle network, onboard sensors, actuators, compute, RF, and video.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Represent the Starship avionics system throughout all stages of integration, from production and test all the way through GO for launch
- Triage, troubleshoot, root cause, and repair electrical hardware issues on an aggressive production schedule. Drive future improvements to minimize prevent reoccurrence
- Support vehicle pad and flight operations as avionics operator responsible for evaluating vehicle health, resolving issues real time, and recommending path forward
- Contribute to new avionics vehicle architectures that minimize mass, cost, and labor through collaboration with adjacent teams and supporting analysis
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in an engineering field, science, or math
- 1+ years of experience with electrical component design, system level integration of electronic components or system level testing
- 1+ years of experience using software tools such as Matlab, C++ or Python
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Competence with electrical test equipment (multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, etc.)
- Creative problem solving that can bring multiple disciplines together with the ability to assess risk and make design/development decisions without all available data
- Experience troubleshooting sensors, actuators, and electrical components
- Experience with 3D CAD software
- Software fluency, enabling automation of test or analysis tasks
- Self-motivated with strong multi-tasking, organizational and communication skills
- Ability to work in a fast paced, autonomously driven, and demanding atmosphere
- Operations experience in flight test, piloting aircraft, or controlling other high consequence systems in real time
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Extended hours and weekend work frequently required to support critical project and mission milestones
- Position located in Starbase, Texas. Travel to other SpaceX facilities may be intermittently required
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
- To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.