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Sr. Space Lasers Engineer, Satellites
Redmond, WA · On-site · Full time · Senior level
$140k–$235k / year
About the role
Develop and deploy cutting-edge satellite free-space optical communication systems for Starlink. Lead design, validation, and operation of laser communication terminals and imaging products.
What you’ll do
• Apply optics and photonics knowledge to system development. • Lead optical architecture definition and risk reduction testing. • Participate in verification and environmental qualification testing. • Review test data and lead anomaly investigations. • Collaborate with manufacturing and software teams for design and testing.
What you’ll bring
• Bachelor’s degree in STEM discipline. • 2+ years hands-on optics or photonics experience. • 1+ years programming experience (C++, MATLAB, Python). • U.S. citizenship or eligible for ITAR authorization. • Ability to work extended hours and weekends.
Life at SpaceX
Comprehensive medical, vision, dental coverage, 401(k), paid parental leave, stock options, paid vacation and holidays, company shuttles.
About SpaceX
SpaceX develops technologies to enable human life on Mars and advance space exploration.