Materials Engineer, Satellites (starlink)

SpaceX

Redmond, WA, United States
Base: level i $100,000 - $115,000; level ii $110,0...
On-site
Polymer systems development
Material selection and testing
Failure investigation expertise
SpaceX is actively developing technologies to enable human life on Mars and is deploying Starlink, the world’s largest satellite constellation delivering fast internet globally

Job Summary

  • SpaceX is actively developing technologies to enable human life on Mars and is deploying Starlink, the world’s largest satellite constellation delivering fast internet globally.
  • The Materials Engineer will lead the development, qualification, and production stabilization of polymer systems for Starlink satellites while collaborating cross-functionally and mentoring team members.
  • Employees receive comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, 401(k), paid vacation, stock incentives, and access to company shuttles, with a pay range dependent on level and experience.

Matching Summary

SpaceX is actively developing technologies to enable human life on Mars and is deploying Starlink, the world’s largest satellite constellation delivering fast internet globally.

Salary

Base: Level I $100,000 - $115,000; Level II $110,000 - $135,000; Bonus/Equity: long-term incentives, stock awards, discretionary bonuses; Benefits: medical, vision, dental, 401(k), disability, life insurance, paid leave

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • polymer systems development
  • material selection and testing
  • failure investigation expertise
  • hands-on laboratory testing
  • production scale-up and stabilization

Nice-to-have

  • strong interpersonal and collaborative skills
  • experience with polymer characterization techniques
  • knowledge of aerospace-grade polymeric materials
  • ability to work autonomously
  • mentoring and leadership abilities

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in relevant engineering or science field
  • 1+ years experience with plastics, elastomers, adhesives
  • U.S. citizenship or authorized work status per ITAR
  • Willingness to travel up to 25%
  • Ability to lift 30 lbs unassisted

Work Rights

Must be U.S. citizen, permanent resident, refugee, asylee, or eligible for U.S. Department of State authorization

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