What's the salary range?

SpaceX lists $105,000–$145,000 for this role.

How much experience is required?

At least 2 years of relevant experience for this Electrical Engineer, Sensors (Starship Avionics) role.

What's the tech stack?

Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: C/C++, MATLAB, PCB, Python.

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.

Electrical Engineer, Sensors (Starship Avionics) at SpaceX

Joblaze summary

The Electrical Engineer for Sensors at SpaceX focuses on designing and developing electrical interface circuitry for various physical sensors used in spacecraft. Key skills include circuit design, PCB layout, and experience with software tools like Matlab and Python. This role is ideal for candidates with a background in electrical engineering and at least two years of relevant experience, particularly in circuit design and testing. The position is part of a dynamic team dedicated to advancing technologies for human life on Mars.

Joblaze insights

Listed about a month ago — first seen on Joblaze August 20, 2026. Last confirmed on SpaceX's careers page October 7, 2026.
Salary band is below the typical range for comparable tech roles (median ~$128,800).
Starts above 32% of 307 comparable mid other roles in United States that list Python we track (median $113,000 across 61 companies). See Python salary trends
Python appears in 17.2% of 3011 comparable mid other roles in United States; C/C++ appears in 1% of 3011 comparable mid other roles in United States.

Quick facts

What's the salary range?: SpaceX lists $105,000–$145,000 for this role.
How much experience is required?: At least 2 years of relevant experience for this Electrical Engineer, Sensors (Starship Avionics) role.
What's the tech stack?: Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: C/C++, MATLAB, PCB, Python.
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 Electrical Engineer, Sensors (Starship Avionics) 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.

ELECTRICAL ENGINEER, SENSORS (STARSHIP AVIONICS)

The Sensor Development team designs, builds, and tests innovative sensing solutions that are critical to making life on Mars possible. The Sensor Electrical Design Engineer will work on this highly interdisciplinary team to design specialized electronics for physical sensors, such as pressure, acceleration, rotation, etc.

Primary responsibility is to design and develop electrical interface circuitry for sensors for SpaceX’s vehicles. Responsibilities will include circuit design, circuit layout and component selection, circuit and device testing

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Design and simulate low-noise circuits for sensors
Complete board layout and electrical characterization
Software development experience in Matlab, Python, or C/C++

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
Experience designing and testing electronic circuits
Experience interfacing with microcontrollers for measurement and/or control applications
Experience with PCB assembly process

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Master's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or related field
2+ years of experience in circuit design
Experience with electronic test equipment, including oscilloscopes, multimeters, network analyzers, signal generators, DAQs, spectrum analyzers, and RF test equipment
Knowledge of sensing technologies/sensing mechanisms

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Extended hours and weekend work may be required to support critical project and mission milestones

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:
Electrical Engineer/Level I: $105,000.00 - $120,000.00/per year
Electrical Engineer/Level II: $115,000.00 - $145,000.00/per year

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, stock options, 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 receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.

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Electrical Engineer, Sensors (Starship Avionics)

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