Sr. Gateway Site Development Engineer (Starlink)

SpaceX is actively developing technologies to enable human life on Mars and provides fast, reliable internet worldwide through Starlink.
$125,000 - $175,000
Distributed Systems
Senior Software Engineer
Hybrid
5+ years of experience
Space

Description For Sr. Gateway Site Development Engineer (Starlink)

SpaceX is seeking a Sr. Gateway Site Development Engineer for Starlink, the world's largest satellite constellation providing fast, reliable internet to over 2 million users globally. This role involves hardware design, international travel for antenna infrastructure development, and managing global antenna site roll-out plans. The ideal candidate excels at solving complex problems, managing large projects, and thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include:

  • Designing antenna sites and hardware for global network backhaul
  • Traveling internationally to create infrastructure plans with partners
  • Developing rapid antenna deployment methods
  • Cross-functional collaboration on technical roadmaps
  • Reviewing site reliability and ensuring system health
  • Demonstrating ownership of product and business outcomes

The role requires a bachelor's degree in engineering or science, 5+ years of professional engineering experience, and a willingness to travel domestically and internationally. Preferred qualifications include experience in electrical, mechanical, or structural design, multidisciplinary project execution, and skills in areas such as construction drawings, programming, data analysis, and network infrastructure design.

SpaceX offers a competitive compensation package, including base salary, potential long-term incentives, comprehensive benefits, and various perks. The company is committed to equal opportunity employment and adheres to U.S. Government export regulations (ITAR requirements).

Join SpaceX to contribute to groundbreaking technology development and help shape the future of space exploration and global connectivity.

Last updated 2 months ago

Responsibilities For Sr. Gateway Site Development Engineer (Starlink)

  • Design antenna sites and site hardware for global network backhaul
  • Travel abroad to create infrastructure development plans with international partners
  • Develop new processes for rapid antenna deployment
  • Engage cross-functionally to align technical roadmaps
  • Review antenna site reliability and develop robust solutions
  • Demonstrate extreme ownership of product and business outcomes

Requirements For Sr. Gateway Site Development Engineer (Starlink)

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  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or science discipline
  • 5+ years of professional experience in an engineering role
  • Willingness to travel domestically and internationally
  • Must be willing to work long hours and occasional weekends when necessary
  • U.S. citizen, permanent resident, refugee, or asylee (due to ITAR requirements)

Benefits For Sr. Gateway Site Development Engineer (Starlink)

Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
401k
Parental Leave
Equity
  • Medical coverage
  • Vision coverage
  • Dental coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Short-term disability insurance
  • Long-term disability insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid parental leave
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • 3 weeks paid vacation
  • 10+ paid holidays per year
  • 5 days of sick leave for exempt employees

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