Sr. Hardware Development Engineer, Micro-Electronics (Optical Products)

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.

SR. HARDWARE DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER, MIRCO-ELECTRONICS (OPTICAL PRODUCTS)

The Starlink space lasers team develops manufacturing and testing solutions for the most cutting-edge satellite communication systems in the world.

We are looking for an innovative and experienced hardware development engineer to drive complex manufacturing problems to resolution.

On the space lasers team, you will design and deploy production processes to manufacture and test micro-electronic devices for satellites.

Our engineers are endlessly curious, love to learn and try out new things, and work collaboratively across disciplines in a dynamic environment with changing needs as we strive to deliver high-impact technology on a global scale.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design manufacturing and tests systems for high volume manufacturing of opto-electronic and micro-electronic devices
• Lead trade studies to inform program level decisions both for manufacturing solutions and hardware design choices
• Lead root cause investigations on non-conforming hardware to drive product improvement
• Develop statistical process control models and procedures for high volume production
• Work with adjacent teams to bring development processes to full scale production and track product outcomes
• Identify trends and opportunities for optimizing product output, quality enhancements, and cost of manufacturability
• Drive corrective actions and process improvements on owned processes and products
• Own hardware reliability at all stages of product lifecycle from piece part manufacturing to flight

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical or micro-electronic engineering, software, physics or a related engineering discipline
• 5+ years of experience in one of the following areas: micro-electronics manufacturing, PCBA manufacturing, SMT, PCBA design
• Programming Experience in C/C++/Python

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Master's degree or PhD in an engineering discipline or physics
• Experience with micro-electronics manufacturing processes (die/wire bonding)
• Experience with electro-optical device manufacturing
• Experience with PCBA design
• High volume production experience (consumer goods, automotive, etc.)
• Hands-on experience working in SMT processing and/or related PCBA processes from industry, research, or academic projects
• Experience with environmental testing of electronic devices
• RF testing experience
• Strong desire and ability to learn quickly, adapt and innovate
• Knowledge of statistical analyses and statistical process control
• Experience with basic failure analysis tools and methods (X-ray, cross-section, SAM)
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Ability to work both autonomously and as a team in a highly demanding, fast-paced environment

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to life heavy objects, up to 25 Ibs. unassisted
• Willing to work weekend and extended hours as needed

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

Pay range:

Hardware Development Engineer/ Senior: $130,000- $180,000.00/per year

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, stock options, 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. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year. Company shuttles are offered to employees for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

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 EEOCompliance@spacex.com.