RF Software Engineer (Starshield)

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SpaceX
Full time
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USA
11/13/2026
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Hawthorne, CA

Responsibilities

Drive program-level decisions on RF system designs.
Research novel solutions for large-scale satellite RF systems.
Design, build, validate, and automate RF test benches for custom RF designs using common RF laboratory equipment.
Build modular, scalable RF test infrastructure and automation sequences in Python and C++ for design validation, qualification, and production.
Collaborate with hardware, FPGA, DSP, and software engineers to design and validate RF systems.
Create electromagnetic simulation models of hardware to design and evaluate performance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or another engineering discipline.
At least 1 year of professional development experience in C/C++ or Python.
At least 1 year of professional experience with radio test equipment, including spectrum analyzers, vector signal analyzers, vector signal generators, and network analyzers.
At least 1 year of professional RF experience with antennas or communication systems.
Preferred qualifications include a master’s degree, active and passive RF device testing experience, knowledge of RF concepts such as gain, linearity, P1dB, ACLR, EVM, PAE, S-parameters, and matching, and knowledge of software architecture, design patterns, and unit/integration testing.
Preferred experience includes environmental testing, software-hardware troubleshooting, Windows and Linux, configuration management, and version control software.
An active TS/SCI clearance or the ability to obtain and maintain one is preferred.
Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed.
Must meet stated ITAR eligibility requirements or be eligible to obtain required authorizations.

Benefits

Base salary is listed in two level-based ranges: $125,000.00-$160,000.00 for Level 1 and $145,000.00-$195,000.00 for Level 2.
Potential long-term incentives, long-term cash awards, discretionary bonuses, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Medical, vision, and dental coverage; a 401(k) plan; disability and life insurance; paid parental leave; and other discounts and perks.
Approximately 3 weeks of paid vacation, 10 or more paid holidays annually, and paid sick leave under company policy.
Employees with an active clearance may receive a 10% differential, up to an additional $20,000 annually, once briefed into a classified program.
The role may involve sensitive national-security missions and pre-employment or random drug and alcohol testing.

Salary: $125k - $195k/yr

SpaceX

SpaceX builds advanced rockets and spacecraft with the aim of making human life multiplanetary, particularly focusing on establishing a sustainable presence on Mars. Its innovative technologies and ambitious missions cater to space enthusiasts, researchers, and industries looking to push the boun...

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