Power Systems Engineer (Starship Avionics)

About the role

The Starship Avionics team supports the mission to revolutionize orbital flight and space travel—opening access for humankind to establish new frontiers in space and ultimately become a multi-planetary species. Our team builds some of the most advanced electronics ever flown in space—at a cost and rate previously considered unthinkable in the space industry. Become a part of this fast moving and world class Avionics team, work with super smart and motivated engineers, and achieve truly audacious goals.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering expertise in design, system analysis, and testing of high voltage systems, including lithium-ion batteries, solid state load switches, DC-DC power converters, and power distribution optimization
• Work on electrical power system and sub-system level design trades and develop requirements
• Define and perform electrical power system verification testing and analysis
• Work with multidisciplinary teams of design, test, and production engineers to create new power electronics hardware

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
• 1+ years of experience with high voltage systems, lithium-ion batteries, solid state load switches, DC-DC power converters, or power distribution (personal projects, research, internships, and extracurricular academic projects qualify)

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Previous experience with DC-DC power converters, electric motors, lithium-ion batteries, or solid state load switches
• Experience with electric drivetrains in aircraft flight control surfaces, electric vehicle traction systems, or similar applications
• Experience in modeling, simulation, and testing of electrical power systems
• Understanding of design for fault tolerance and reliability
• Familiarity with power supply testing and packaging for harsh environments
• Experience with in-lab impedance measurement and loop-gain measurement

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work extended hours or weekends as needed for mission critical deadlines

Pay

Level I: $105,000.00 - $122,500.00/per year
Level II: $120,000.00 - $150,000.00/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 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.

Benefits

• 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
• Various other discounts and perks
• Accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation
• Eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year
• Paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy