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SpaceX is driving innovation to enable life on Mars, currently supporting national security through Starshield, a program leveraging Starlink technology for government use. They seek an RF Software Engineer to develop and validate RF systems for space applications in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Skills

  • Proficient in C/C++ and Python programming
  • Experience using radio test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, VSA, VSG, and network analyzers
  • Knowledge of RF concepts including gain, linearity, P1dB, ACLR, EVM, PAE, S-parameters
  • Familiarity with software design principles and testing methodologies
  • Experience with environmental testing equipment and troubleshooting software-hardware interactions
  • Proficient with Windows and Linux operating systems
  • Experience with configuration management and version control

Responsibilities

  • Drive program-level RF system design decisions
  • Research novel solutions for satellite RF systems
  • Design, build, and validate RF test benches using advanced lab equipment
  • Develop modular RF test infrastructure and automation in Python and C++
  • Collaborate with hardware, FPGA, DSP, and software engineers to validate RF systems
  • Create electromagnetic simulation models for hardware performance evaluation

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related engineering discipline

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan access
  • Short and long-term disability insurance
  • Life insurance and paid parental leave
  • Employee stock purchase plan and potential long-term incentives
  • 3 weeks paid vacation and 10+ paid holidays annually
  • Paid sick leave per company policy
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SpaceX, founded by Elon Musk, is an aerospace manufacturer and space transport services company aiming to revolutionize space technology, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

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DATE POSTED
July 2, 2025

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