Redmond, Washington, United States · On-site
$105k–$175k/yr
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this poss…
Skills: Optical system design, Photonics, Laser technology, Free-space optical communication, Zemax
Redmond, Washington, United States · On-site
$95k–$155k/yr
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this poss…
Skills: Construction management, Project management, Cost estimation, Contract management, Facilities management
Redmond, Washington, United States · On-site
$34/hr–$51/hr
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this poss…
Skills: Failure analysis, Troubleshooting, PCBA testing, Electrical engineering, Test logs interpretation
Redmond, Washington, United States · On-site
$140k–$235k/yr
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this poss…
Skills: Radiation effects, Avionics hardware, Component reliability, Data analysis, Python
Redmond, Washington, United States · On-site
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this poss…
Skills: Silicon Photonics, RFIC Design, Analog Mixed-Signal Circuits, Electro-Optical IC Design, SiGe
Redmond, Washington, United States · On-site
$23/hr–$40/hr
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this poss…
Skills: Electromechanical assembly, Hardware testing, Troubleshooting, Soldering, Wire crimping
Redmond, Washington, United States · On-site
$100k–$14k/yr
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this poss…
Skills: Failure analysis, Root cause analysis, Statistical process control, Manufacturing engineering, Design of experiments
Redmond, Washington, United States · On-site
$135k–$190k/yr
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this poss…
Skills: Compressed Air Systems, Cryogenic Systems, Fluid Dynamics, Thermodynamics, Process Engineering
Redmond, Washington, United States · On-site
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this poss…
Skills: MMIC Design, RFIC Engineering, GaAs, GaN, Power Amplifiers
Redmond, Washington, United States · On-site
$32/hr–$40/hr
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this poss…
Skills: Commercial driving, Logistics, Forklift operation, Material handling, Barcode scanning
Redmond, Washington, United States · On-site
$100k–$140k/yr
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this poss…
Skills: CAD, FEA, Mechanical Design, Electromechanical Design, GD&T
Redmond, Washington, United States · On-site
$105k–$175k/yr
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this poss…
Skills: Failure analysis, PCBA troubleshooting, Electrical engineering, Reliability engineering, Digital electronics
Redmond, Washington, United States · On-site
$22/hr–$37/hr
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this poss…
Skills: PCB assembly, SMT placement, Reflow, Paste printing, Conformal coating
Redmond, Washington, United States · On-site
$105k–$175k/yr
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this poss…
Skills: Signal integrity, Serdes, High-speed digital design, Electromagnetic simulation, PCB layout
Redmond, Washington, United States · On-site
$100k–$165k/yr
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this poss…
Skills: Mechanical engineering, 3D CAD, 2D drawings, Structural design, Machine design
Redmond, Washington, United States · On-site
$100k–$140k/yr
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this poss…
Skills: CAD, FEA, Mechanical Design, Electromechanical Design, GD&T
Redmond, Washington, United States · On-site
$34/hr–$51/hr
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this poss…
Skills: Troubleshooting, Test systems, Telemetry, Root-cause analysis, Assembly fixtures
Redmond, Washington, United States · On-site
$125k–$175k/yr
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this poss…
Skills: Embedded C, C++, Rust, RF Fundamentals, Communications Theory
Redmond, Washington, United States · On-site
$100k–$140k/yr
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this poss…
Skills: Harness Design, Siemens NX, Teamcenter, CAD, FEA
Redmond, Washington, United States · On-site
$100k–$140k/yr
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this poss…
Skills: Electro-Mechanical Design, Vacuum Technology, Manufacturing Process Design, New Product Introduction, Hardware Troubleshooting
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You will lead the design, validation, and operation of free-space optical systems for Starlink satellites. This includes defining optical architectures, conducting trade studies, and overseeing environmental and performance testing.
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline and have at least 2 years of hands-on experience in optics, photonics, or laser technology. Proficiency in a programming language like C++, MATLAB, or Python is also required.
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.
The Starlink Space Lasers team develops, produces, and deploys the most cutting-edge satellite free-space optical communication systems in the world. We are looking for engineers to contribute to the development of laser communications terminals and imaging products for the groundbreaking constellation of Starlink satellites. All SpaceX optical systems (laser communication terminal and other optical products) require a blend of theoretical expertise, practical implementation skills, and a passion for solving complex problems in real-time, resource-constrained systems.
As a SpaceX optical engineer, you will be responsible for free-space optical system design, validation, and operation. You will shape the future of laser communication systems and directly contribute to mission-critical applications such as next-generation star tracking system for precise navigation in space environments. You will build reliable, efficient systems by leading
Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.
Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees in Washington State accrue paid sick time in compliance with state and federal law. Company shuttles are offered to employees for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday.
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to [email protected].
SpaceX designs, manufactures and launches the world’s most advanced rockets and spacecraft
SpaceX designs, manufactures and launches the world’s most advanced rockets and spacecraft. The company was founded in 2002 by Elon Musk to revolutionize space transportation, with the ultimate goal of making life multiplanetary. SpaceX has gained worldwide attention for a series of historic milestones. It is the only private company ever to return a spacecraft from low-Earth orbit, which it first accomplished in December 2010. The company made history again in May 2012 when its Dragon spacecraft attached to the International Space Station, exchanged cargo payloads, and returned safely to Earth — a technically challenging feat previously accomplished only by governments. Since then Dragon has delivered cargo to and from the space station multiple times, providing regular cargo resupply missions for NASA. For more information, visit www.spacex.com.
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