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Test Engineer - Electric Propulsion, Satellites (starlink)

SpaceX
Location
Redmond, Washington
Work mode
On-site
Type
full time
Listed

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[ About this role ]

SpaceX is hiring a Test Engineer for Electric Propulsion on the Starlink satellite program in Redmond, Washington. This role involves developing and executing tests for electric thrusters and their components to ensure they function in flight conditions. Responsibilities include test campaign ownership, data acquisition system operation, and directing technicians.

Skills and focus areas

  • test design
  • test execution
  • electric propulsion
  • satellite systems
  • hardware performance evaluation
  • data acquisition
  • control systems
  • troubleshooting
  • python
  • beckhoff
  • twincat
  • high-vacuum systems

Summary written by Ramai from the original posting. Full details and requirements are on SpaceX’s careers page.

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