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Test Engineer - Electric Propulsion, Satellites (Starlink)

SpaceX · Redmond, WA

Posted Nov 4, 2026

Est. total comp~$199K–$304K

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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.

TEST ENGINEER – ELECTRIC PROPULSION, SATELLITES (STARLINK)

The Electric Propulsion Test Engineer is responsible for ensuring the electric thrusters that propel Starlink satellites and their associated components have been tested and qualified to function in flight conditions. Our engineers specialize in test design and execution of unique development & qualification test campaigns on an accelerated schedule. This role offers a variety of diverse engineering challenges in a fast-paced, hands-on environment. Electric Propulsion Test Engineers will work on state-of-the-art electric thruster technology in an unmatched, high-rate production environment. By designing and executing test campaigns for the system, you will help sustain and improve upon the largest satellite constellation in existence! Join the team and help SpaceX provide global low-latency internet and contribute to our mission of making humanity multiplanetary.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develop and execute rigorous tests at the system, thruster, and component-level to evaluate hardware performance and survivability during the Starlink mission. …

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Job inventory

Required 6 items

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Education: Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, physics or a related field (or 4+ years of related experience)

Experience: 1+ year of experience in hardware

Skills and tools: Python, Oscilloscope, Schematics

Clearance and work authorization: US person (ITAR)

Preferred 8 items

Education: Master's degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering (or 6+ years of related experience)

Skills and tools: Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, C++, MATLAB, Siemens NX

Also in the posting: lifting up to 25 lbs; work extended hours and weekends

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