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.
PRODUCT COMPLIANCE ENGINEER, RF/EMC/WIRELESS (STARLINK)
SpaceX is leveraging its experience in building rockets and spacecraft to deploy Starlink, the world’s most advanced broadband internet system. Starlink is the world’s largest satellite constellation and is providing fast, reliable internet to 3M+ users worldwide. We design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system – thousands of satellites, consumer receivers that allow users to connect within minutes of unboxing, and the software that brings it all together. We’ve only begun to scratch the surface of Starlink’s potential global impact. As we continue to upgrade and expand the constellation, we’re looking for best-in-class engineers to join the team.
Product Compliance Engineers will play a critical role as SpaceX strives to deliver internet to those that need it most. They will drive regulatory efforts, impact internal design decisions, and obtain the product certifications needed to sell and ship millions of consumer-facing devices. These devices - including Starlink dishes, Wi-Fi routers, power supply, accessories, etc. – are designed and manufactured completely in-house by SpaceX. Engineers on the team will be hands-on, regularly interact with multiple technical disciplines, and ultimately ensure that Starlink is a global success.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Own and drive product-level compliance, ensuring all regulatory requirements are met to facilitate global market access, brand protection, and product safety
- Drive engagement with business groups to incorporate regulatory and certification requirements into product design and ensure their successful execution and compliance
- Collaborate with engineering teams to generate technical construction files
- Operate and automate a variety of EMI, RF, and electronics test equipment
- Develop automation and measurement tools to improve radio testing fidelity and efficiency
- Drive engagement with external 3rd party test laboratories and oversee compliance testing to applicable domestic and international standards
- Become an advocate of new compliance initiatives working with internal or external partners
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in an engineering, math, chemistry, or physics discipline
- 1+ years of professional experience in compliance engineering of consumer electronics, industrial equipment, or information technology equipment (RF, Safety, EMC, Wireless, or Environmental Compliance)
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- 3+ years of experience managing product technical requirements, scope, schedule, or cost
- 3+ years of experience, including WiFi or Radio/RF compliance, analysis, design, and testing
- Experience with CISPR/FCC radio and EMC standards and requirements
- Familiarity with U.S., Canadian, EU, and other international regulatory requirements and standards
- Experience with NRTL, NEC, NFPA, IEC, and CB Scheme and other safety requirements and regulations
- Experience with FCC, ISED, ETSI, and other international requirements for radio products
- Experience with RoHS, REACH, WEEE, Prop 65, and other environmental requirements and regulations
- Demonstrated ability to work in a highly cross-functional role
- Outstanding project management skills
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay Range:
Product Compliance Engineer/Level I: $95,000.00 - $115,000.00/per year
Product Compliance Engineer/Level II: $110,000.00 - $130,000.00/per year
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 & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.
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 notify the Human Resources Department at (310) 363-6000.
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SpaceX designs, manufactures and launches the world’s most advanced rockets and spacecraft. The company was founded in 2002 by Elon Musk to revolutionize space transportation, with the ultimate goal of making life multiplanetary.
SpaceX has gained worldwide attention for a series of historic milestones. It is the only private company ever to return a spacecraft from low-Earth orbit, which it first accomplished in December 2010. The company made history again in May 2012 when its Dragon spacecraft attached to the International Space Station, exchanged cargo payloads, and returned safely to Earth — a technically challenging feat previously accomplished only by governments. Since then Dragon has delivered cargo to and from the space station multiple times, providing regular cargo resupply missions for NASA.
