Participate in validation testing, including performance characterization, lot acceptance testing, design qualification testing and reliability testing
Develop test plans and maintain design specifications and capabilities data
Design test fixtures for engineering and production tests
Develop production procedures and processes and manage the transition of parts and assemblies from development to high-rate production
Execute design for manufacturability changes to enhance production efficiency
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in physics or an engineering discipline
2+ years of hands-on laboratory or work experience in optics, photonics, laser technology (university lab, student project, or internship experience qualifies)
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Master's degree or PhD in physics or an engineering discipline
Hands-on experience with optical test equipment (power meters, interferometers, laser sources, etc.)
Proficiency with optical analysis tools such as ZEMAX
Knowledge of and experience in lasers, photodiodes, fiber optics, optical alignment/troubleshooting techniques, and signal integrity principles
Knowledge of and experience in digital communication protocols, test and measurement, and troubleshooting
Experience designing and building custom optical assemblies
Experience designing, developing, or testing space qualified hardware
Basic proficiency in CAD and knowledge of mechanical engineering fundamentals
Proficiency in programming languages (Python, C/C++) and software version control
Strong sense of accountability and integrity
Ability to work in a fast paced, autonomously driven, and demanding atmosphere
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to lift heavy objects, up to 25 Ibs. unassisted
Willing to work weekend and extended hours as needed
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Pay Range
- Level 1: $100,000.00 - $117,500.00
- Level 2: $115,000.00 - $140,000.00
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.
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. Learn more about the ITAR here.
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.
