Harnessing Engineering Specialist, Satellites (Starlink)

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. HARNESSING ENGINEERING SPECIALIST, SATELLITES (STARLINK) We’re looking for a talented Harnessing Engineer Specialist to develop satellite harnessing designs and drive improvements across electrical and optical wiring products. On the avionics & harnessing engineering team, you will be responsible for releasing satellite harnessing design and drawings, as well as qualifying interconnects and cables across our various satellite configurations. You will work closely with responsible engineers focused on driving new component selections across various bus/power and optical harnessing products and executing on component and subsystem qualification/testing. This role has high exposure across our various satellite vehicle subsystems and befits one who is highly collaborative and motivated to take on challenging work – both hands-on building harnessing products + processes and execute/release detailed wire harness designs. RESPONSIBILITIES : Develop and release harness design solutions within a 3D NX CAD environment, adhere to and improve internal design standards and requirements. Work with responsible engineers to generate electrical schematics to support both flight and qualification designs. Perform testing (both mechanical and electrical) of harnessing with respect to thermal, loads, vibration and shock to ensure full qualification for flight Triage non-conforming interconnect products and drive resolution and preventative actions Support development tooling and low-rate manufacturing of new electrical and optical harnessing products. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS : High school diploma or equivalency certificate 3+ years in professional wire harnessing experience or similar environment, or bachelor’s degree in engineering or a similar field PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: 3D CAD harnessing/routing design and drafting experience with Siemens NX or similar software Exposure to electrical/optical harnessing processes and tooling Ability to work in a fast paced, autonomously driven, and demanding atmosphere Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS : Must be able to work all required shift hours, overtime, and weekends as needed. Estimated shift times; 1st Shift: 7:00AM - 5:00PM Must be able to lift 25 pounds unassisted Standing for long periods of time, climbing up and down ladders, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and stretching may be required to perform the functions of this position COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay range: Test Specialist/Level 1: $34.00 - $40.00/hour Test Specialist/Level 2: $38.00 - $45.00/hour Test Specialist/Level 3: $42.00 - $51.00/hour 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, stock options, 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 [email protected] .

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