Sr. Power Systems Engineer (Starship Avionics)

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.

SR. POWER SYSTEMS ENGINEER (STARSHIP AVIONICS)

The Starship Avionics team supports the mission to revolutionize orbital flight and space travel-opening access for humankind to establish new frontiers in space and ultimately become a multi-planetary species. Our team builds some of the most advanced electronics ever flown in space- at a cost and rate previously considered unthinkable in the space industry. Become a part of this fast moving and world class Avionics team, work with super smart and motivated engineers, and achieve truly audacious goals. If you’re ready for a challenge and would like to help make our civilization multi-planetary then you’ve come to the right place!

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide engineering expertise in design, analysis, and testing of DC-DC power converters for harsh environments

• Work on electrical power system and sub-system level design trades and develop requirements

• Define and perform electrical power system verification testing and analysis

• Work with multidisciplinary teams of design, test, and production engineers to create new power electronics hardware

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

• 5+ years of experience in power converter development

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Master’s degree in electrical engineering or related field

• Previous experience with DC-DC power converter development

• Previous experience working with magnetics and design of custom transformers and inductors, incl

Department: Starship Avionics Engineering