Sr. Power Electronics Engineer (Crew Starship)

SpaceX develops technologies for space exploration with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.
$130,000 - $200,000
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Description For Sr. Power Electronics Engineer (Crew Starship)

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.

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Responsibilities For Sr. Power Electronics Engineer (Crew Starship)

  • Rapidly develop high reliability spacecraft electronics and systems for Crew Starship vehicles
  • Act as responsible engineer for flight hardware, from conception through build, qualification, and flight operations
  • Drive system and electrical architecture trades, product requirements, and component selection
  • Provide technical leadership across the organization and mentoring for junior engineers
  • Define validation approach and create development and qualification testing campaigns
  • Act as liaison with NASA counterparts
  • Act as primary point of contact with experts from other teams and departments

Requirements For Sr. Power Electronics Engineer (Crew Starship)

Python
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
  • 5+ years of design experience designing power electronics
  • Experience with power conversion topologies
  • Proficiency with power stage component selection and analysis
  • Proficiency with filter design and control loop design
  • Experience with schematic capture and board layout
  • Proficiency with circuit simulation tools
  • Knowledge of EMI/EMC specifications
  • Proficiency in MATLAB or Python
  • Must be U.S. citizen, permanent resident, refugee, or asylee (ITAR requirements)

Benefits For Sr. Power Electronics Engineer (Crew Starship)

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Equity
Parental Leave
  • Company stock or stock options
  • Long-term cash awards
  • Discretionary bonuses
  • 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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