Radiation Effects Engineer

About this role

SpaceX is seeking a Radiation Effects Engineer to join their team in Hawthorne, CA, focused on ensuring avionics hardware operates reliably in high radiation environments. The role involves collaboration with various engineering teams to conduct analysis, develop testing standards, and uphold regulatory requirements to support SpaceX's mission of human space exploration.

What you'll do

• Provide radiation test and analysis support to design and system engineers
• Develop databases for radiation test data interfacing
• Ensure accessibility of radiation test data for design engineers
• Review PCN changes to maintain radiation qualification
• Establish testing standards for radiation tests
• Make recommendations for design and process improvements

What they're looking for

• Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering discipline
• 1+ years in radiation effects field
• Full stack web development (Python, SQL, JavaScript, HTML)
• Single event effects risk calculations
• Strong math and statistics skills
• Excellent communication abilities
• Proficient with avionics hardware

Benefits

• Competitive salary range with potential bonuses
• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid parental leave
• 3 weeks of paid vacation and 10+ paid holidays
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan