SpaceX, the pioneering space exploration company, is seeking an RF/Microwave Engineer to join their Starlink team. This role is crucial in developing the world's most advanced broadband internet system, which currently serves over 4 million users globally through the largest satellite constellation ever created.
The position sits within the Satellite Payload Engineering team, where you'll be responsible for developing RF devices that power satellites and ground antennas. This includes everything from power amplifiers to waveguide components, reflectors, and antennae. You'll be working in a multidisciplinary environment, collaborating with various engineering teams to create high-performance wireless digital communication systems.
As an RF/Microwave Engineer at SpaceX, you'll be at the forefront of space technology, directly contributing to the company's mission of making humanity a multi-planetary species. The role offers an exciting blend of theoretical knowledge and practical application, requiring expertise in RF/microwave circuit design, electromagnetic simulation, and digital communication systems.
The position offers competitive compensation, with salary ranges from $120,000 to $170,000 depending on experience level. Beyond the base salary, SpaceX provides comprehensive benefits including equity opportunities, medical coverage, and retirement plans. The company culture embraces innovation and technical excellence, making it an ideal environment for engineers who want to push the boundaries of what's possible in satellite communications.
This role is perfect for someone who is passionate about space technology and satellite communications, has a strong foundation in RF/microwave engineering, and wants to be part of a team that's literally changing the way the world connects. You'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology while contributing to SpaceX's broader mission of enabling human life on Mars.