SpaceX
Reliability Engineer, Satellite Systems (Starshield)
About this role
SpaceX seeks a Reliability Engineer to investigate and improve the reliability of Starshield satellite hardware by analyzing on-orbit failures, conducting root cause investigations, and collaborating across engineering disciplines. You'll translate spacecraft telemetry and test data into design and production improvements across the entire constellation.
What you'll do
- Analyze and track on-orbit hardware failures across the Starshield satellite fleet
- Lead root cause investigations for major on-orbit hardware anomalies
- Collaborate with design, electrical, mechanical, thermal, software, test, and operations teams to eliminate failure sources
- Build and deploy data analysis tools for on-orbit and ground test data
- Develop monitoring systems to track constellation health
- Drive reliability improvements through data-driven insights at design and production stages
What they're looking for
- Python or SQL programming
- Hardware troubleshooting and failure analysis
- Time series data analysis and reliability statistics
- Root cause analysis methodology
- Understanding of electronic, mechanical, or optical failure mechanisms
- Environmental testing experience (HALT/HASS, thermal, vibration, space effects)
- Cross-functional team collaboration
- C/C++ programming (preferred)
Benefits
- Medical, vision, and dental coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- 3 weeks paid vacation plus 10+ paid holidays
- Short and long-term disability and life insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan at discount
- Long-term stock or cash incentives and discretionary bonuses
- 10% clearance differential (up to $20k annually when briefed into classified program)
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SpaceX
SpaceX develops advanced spacecraft and satellite systems, including the Starshield government satellite constellation and Starfall re-entry cargo capsule for global delivery. The company is hiring engineers in avionics integration, software test automation, mechanical design, and hardware reliability to validate flight-critical systems and ensure mission success.
- Website
- spacex.com
Likely interview questions
- Describe your experience investigating hardware failures. What was your process for determining root cause, and how did you communicate findings to cross-functional teams?
- Tell us about a time you analyzed on-orbit or in-flight data to improve system reliability. What tools and methodologies did you use?