SpaceX is seeking a Senior Power Electronics Engineer to join their Crew Starship Avionics team, working on one of the most sophisticated crewed vehicles ever to fly in space. This role is crucial for developing avionics for the SpaceX Human Landing System, which will carry astronauts to the moon as part of NASA's Artemis program.
The position offers an extraordinary opportunity to work on groundbreaking space technology, directly contributing to humanity's next giant leap in space exploration. As a Sr. Power Electronics Engineer, you'll be responsible for developing high-reliability spacecraft electronics, from conception through flight operations. The role demands expertise in power electronics design and system architecture, with responsibilities spanning from component selection to validation testing.
Working at SpaceX means joining a world-class development team of highly motivated engineers, where you'll be challenged to achieve ambitious goals at an unprecedented pace. The company offers competitive compensation ($130,000-$200,000) plus extensive benefits, including equity opportunities and comprehensive healthcare.
The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of power electronics design experience, with a strong background in spacecraft systems. You'll need expertise in power conversion topologies, component selection, and circuit design, along with proficiency in tools like MATLAB or Python. This position requires strong leadership skills, as you'll be interfacing with NASA and managing cross-functional relationships.
This role represents a unique opportunity to be part of SpaceX's mission to revolutionize space travel and help establish humanity as a multi-planetary species. You'll work on technology that will directly support astronauts on their lunar missions while contributing to the broader goal of making human life on Mars possible.