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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.ELECTRICAL ENGINEER, SENSORS (STARSHIP AVIONICS)The Sensor Development team designs, builds, and tests innovative sensing solutions that are critical to making life on Mars possible. The Sensor Electrical Design Engineer will work on this highly interdisciplinary team to design specialized electronics for physical sensors, such as pressure, acceleration, rotation, etc. Primary responsibility is to design and develop electrical interface circuitry for sensors for SpaceX’s vehicles. Responsibilities will include circuit design, circuit layout and component selection, circuit and device testing RESPONSIBILITIES:Design and simulate low-noise circuits for sensorsComplete board layout and electrical characterizationSoftware development experience in Matlab, Python, or C/C++BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor's degree in electrical engineeringExperience designing and testing electronic circuitsExperience interfacing with microcontrollers for measurement and/or control applicationsExperience with PCB assembly processPREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:Master's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or related field2+ years of experience in circuit designExperience with electronic test equipment, including oscilloscopes, multimeters, network analyzers, signal generators, DAQs, spectrum analyzers, and RF test equipmentKnowledge of sensing technologies/sensing mechanismsADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:Extended hours and weekend work may be required to support critical project and mission milestonesCOMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:Pay range:Electrical Engineer/Level I: $105,000.00 - $120,000.00/per yearElectrical Engineer/Level II: $115,000.00 - $145,000.00/per yearYour 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 accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.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 EEOCompliance@spacex.com.

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