Avionics Systems Engineer

Space X 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 Space X is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal ofenabling human life on Mars.
AVIONICS SYSTEMS ENGINEER (STARSHIP)As a Starship Avionics Systems & Operations Engineer, you will have the unique opportunity to be part of a cross-functional team that bridges the gap between vehicle analysis, design, production and vehicle operations.
The Starship Avionics Team is responsible for cradle to grave ownership of Starship vehicle avionics as the vehicle is built, tested, launched, recovered and re-launched.
This includes development of new capabilities, electrical design of vehicle architecture, repair of electrical components, and troubleshooting of avionics subsystems including power distribution, vehicle network, onboard sensors, actuators, compute, RF, and video.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Represent the Starship avionics system throughout all stages of integration, from production and test all the way through GO for launch Triage, troubleshoot, root cause, and repair electrical hardware issues on an aggressive production schedule.
Drive future improvements to minimize prevent reoccurrence Support vehicle pad and flight operations as avionics operator responsible for evaluating vehicle health, resolving issues real time, and recommending path forward Contribute to new avionics vehicle architectures that minimize mass, cost, and labor through collaboration with adjacent teams and supporting analysis BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in an engineering field, science, or math2+ years of experience with electrical component design, system level integration of electronic components or system level testing1+ years of experience using software tools such as Matlab, C++ or Python PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Competence with electrical test equipment (multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, etc.)Creative problem solving that can bring multiple disciplines together with the ability to assess risk and make design/development decisions without all available data Experience troubleshooting sensors, actuators, and electrical components Experience with 3 D CAD software Software fluency, enabling automation of test or analysis tasks Self-motivated with strong multi-tasking, organizational and communication skills Ability to work in a fast paced, autonomously driven, and demanding atmosphere Operations experience in flight test, piloting aircraft, or controlling other high consequence systems in real time ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Extended hours and weekend work frequently required to support critical project and mission milestones Position located in Starbase Texas.
Travel to other Space X facilities may be intermittently required ITAR REQUIREMENTS: To conform to U.
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Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.
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citizen or national, (ii) U.
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lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.
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C.
* 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.
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C.
* 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.
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Department of State.
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