DSP Engineer (Starshield)

SpaceX is revolutionizing space technology with its ambitious mission to enable human life on Mars. As a DSP Engineer on the Starshield satellite team, you'll be at the forefront of national security efforts, working on technology that leverages SpaceX's Starlink capabilities for government use.

The role involves designing and building systems for proliferated sensing in low earth orbit, focusing on earth observation, communications, and hosted payloads. You'll be part of a dynamic team including RF engineers, DSP engineers, software engineers, and hardware engineers, working to provide global connectivity to the US government and ensure immediate access to critical intelligence data.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in SpaceX's fast-paced, innovative environment where you'll tackle unsolved problems and apply the company's rapid iteration mindset. You'll be responsible for driving program-level decisions on sensor firmware and software designs, researching novel solutions for large-scale RF sensing systems, and performing on-orbit demonstrations.

The compensation package is highly competitive, ranging from $120,000 to $170,000 depending on experience level, with additional benefits including equity, comprehensive healthcare, 401(k), and various insurance options. SpaceX offers a strong work-life balance with generous vacation time and paid holidays.

The ideal candidate will have a background in computer science or electrical engineering with experience in digital signal processing. This role requires someone who can work effectively in a dynamic environment, take initiative, and maintain high security clearance. Join SpaceX to be part of a team that's making history in space technology and national security.