Join SpaceX as a Sr. RF Systems Analysis Engineer to support regulatory advocacy for Starlink's satellite communications.
Posted by employer 2 months ago
First seen on Joblaze 2 months ago
Last verified on the company career page 1 day ago
Requirements
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Visa
- Sponsorship available
Not disclosed in this posting: work arrangement.
Benefits
Joblaze summary
The Sr. RF Systems Analysis Engineer at SpaceX focuses on analyzing and modeling radio frequency systems to support Starlink's regulatory compliance and spectrum management. This role requires proficiency in tools like MATLAB and Python, along with extensive experience in RF systems and satellite communications. Ideal candidates will have a strong engineering background, particularly in RF/microwave circuits, and a deep understanding of satellite operations. The position is critical as SpaceX navigates complex regulatory landscapes to enhance the global impact of its satellite internet service.
Joblaze insights
- Listed about 2 months ago — first seen on Joblaze August 8, 2026. Last confirmed on SpaceX's careers page October 7, 2026.
- Salary band is above the typical range for comparable tech roles (median ~$128,800).
- Starts above 58% of 262 comparable senior other roles in United States that list Python we track (median $154,000 across 55 companies). See Python salary trends
- Python appears in 16.5% of 2378 comparable senior other roles in United States; MATLAB appears in 3.3% of 2378 comparable senior other roles in United States.
Quick facts
- What's the salary range?
- SpaceX lists $165,000–$265,000 for this role.
- How much experience is required?
- At least 5 years of relevant experience for this Sr. RF Systems Analysis Engineer, Regulatory (Starlink) role.
- What's the tech stack?
- Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: C++, MATLAB, Python, Visualyse.
- 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 senior candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Sr. RF Systems Analysis Engineer, Regulatory (Starlink) 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.
SR. RF SYSTEMS ANALYSIS ENGINEER, REGULATORY (STARLINK)
At SpaceX we’re leveraging our experience in building rockets and spacecraft to deploy Starlink, the world’s most advanced broadband internet system. Starlink is the world’s largest satellite constellation and is providing fast, reliable internet to millions users worldwide. We design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system – thousands of satellites, consumer receivers that allow users to connect within minutes of unboxing, and the software that brings it all together. We’ve only begun to scratch the surface of Starlink’s potential global impact and are looking for best-in-class engineers to help maximize Starlink’s utility for communities and businesses around the globe.
Telecommunication is a heavily regulated business - this position will support the team that advises SpaceX on legal and policy advocacy to ensure these regulations enable and protect the provision of this ground-breaking service. This role will require you to apply expertise and focus to advance Starlink’s licensing and spectrum position in front of 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 satellite’s operational topology and hardware
- Simulate for various scenarios considering regulatory constraints, geographic constraints, RF link budgets, constellation growth, customer growth, and coordination strategies, etc.
- 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:
- Bachelor's 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:
- Master's 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:
Level 3: $165,000.00 - $265,000.00
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
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