Space Lasers Engineer, Electro-Optical (Starlink)
Description For Space Lasers Engineer, Electro-Optical (Starlink)
SpaceX, a pioneering space technology company focused on enabling human life on Mars, is seeking a Space Lasers Engineer for their groundbreaking Starlink project. This role sits at the intersection of advanced optical communications and space technology, working on the world's most cutting-edge satellite free-space optical communication systems.
The position offers an unique opportunity to shape the future of global communications through laser technology. As a Space Lasers Engineer, you'll be responsible for developing high-performance electro-optical and optomechanical systems that enable high-bandwidth data transmission between satellites. The role combines expertise in optical engineering, digital signal processing, and avionics systems design.
The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in physics or engineering, with hands-on experience in optics, photonics, and laser technology. You'll need programming skills in languages like C++ and Python, along with experience in circuit board design and signal processing. The role requires both technical expertise and the ability to collaborate across multiple teams, from manufacturing to software development.
Working at SpaceX means being part of a mission to revolutionize space technology and human space exploration. The company offers competitive compensation, including base salary ranges from $100,000 to $135,000 depending on experience level, plus equity opportunities and comprehensive benefits. You'll work in a fast-paced, autonomous environment where innovation and problem-solving are essential.
This is an exceptional opportunity for someone passionate about space technology and optical communications to contribute to a project that will fundamentally change global connectivity while advancing humanity's space exploration capabilities.
Responsibilities For Space Lasers Engineer, Electro-Optical (Starlink)
- Apply expertise to laser communication system development, including design, analysis, and validation
- Architect and implement novel algorithms and digital signal processing schemes
- Define requirements for high-data-rate laser communication systems
- Lead laser communication architecture definition
- Participate in verification testing and lead anomaly investigation
- Maintain link budgets, design specifications, and system capabilities data
- Interface with manufacturing and supply chain teams
- Collaborate with software and automation teams
- Design and implement avionics hardware for space laser systems
Requirements For Space Lasers Engineer, Electro-Optical (Starlink)
- Bachelor's degree in physics, electrical engineering, or other engineering/STEM discipline
- 2+ years of hands-on laboratory or work experience in optics, photonics, laser technology
- 1+ years of experience in programming (C++, LabVIEW, Python)
- 1+ years of experience designing and implementing circuit boards
- 1+ years of experience developing algorithms or implementing signal processing
- Must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, refugee, or asylee (ITAR requirements)
Benefits For Space Lasers Engineer, Electro-Optical (Starlink)
- Company stock and stock options
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Short and long-term disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid parental leave
- 3 weeks paid vacation
- 10+ paid holidays per year
- 5 days sick leave per year
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