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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Development Test Engineer (Starlink) - **Company:** Space Exploration Technologies Corp. - **Location:** United States - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, Data Analysis, Unit Testing, CAN Bus, Code Coverage, Communications Protocols, Continuous Integration, Software Debugging, Hardware-In-The-Loop Simulation, Networking Hardware, OSI Models, Python (Programming Language), Mesh Networking, Modbus, Performance Tuning, Simulation Software, Software Engineering, Test Case, Software Organization, Serial Peripheral Interface, Integration Tests - **Published:** August 6, 2026 - **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/17834029?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F17834029%2FSoftware-Development-Test-Engineer-Starlink-Texas-Bastrop ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in software, electrical, mechanical, aerospace, or a related engineering discipline * 1+ years of professional test experience within electrical, mechanical, and/or aerospace engineering * Development experience in Python * Experience in CI/CD pipeline development PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: * Experience with integration and testing of electrical, electromechanical, RF, and/or high voltage systems * Experience with electrical test equipment such as oscilloscopes, DAQs, electronic loads, and spectrum analyzers * Experience with 3D CAD software for design, modeling, and manufacturing applications * Experience with programmable logic controllers (PLCs) * Experience with communication protocols including USB, VISA, CAN bus, SPI, I2C, and Modbus * Experience working with networking hardware and troubleshooting layers 2-4 of the OSI-model * Strong skills in troubleshooting, debugging, performance optimization, and unit testing * Solid fundamental knowledge of networks, electronics, RF communications, math, and physics * Experience with simulation software and data analysis * Excellent organizational and communication skills * Ability to learn quickly and work effectively in a dynamic environment ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: * Must be willing to work all shifts, overtime, and/or weekends as needed 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. ## Description As a Software Development Test Engineer for Starlink, you will be responsible for designing and building "hardware-in-the-loop" (HIL/HITL) test systems. These systemsallow forStarlink software engineers to build technologies such as space laser mesh networks, next-generation phased array antennas, advanced collision avoidance algorithms, and much more. You will be working with a multidisciplinary team on efforts such as constructing a platform to test industrial ground antennas, high-power amplifiers, ground-to-space lasers, and more. You will also be collaborating closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure that we provide a highly effective, user-friendly integrated test platform., * Design, build, and maintain highly reliable hardware-in-the-loop (HIL/HITL) testbeds-including surrounding infrastructure, tooling, and support equipment-for the Starlink software continuous integration system * Develop test cases and create simulation environments that replicate on-orbit scenarios to deliver flight-like testing capabilities * Ensure all software has an appropriate level of test coverage, balancing reliability, velocity and safety * Pioneer innovative strategies to scale the HITL fleet in accordance with the Starlink software organization's growing test demands * Analyze and troubleshoot HITL test results to identify testbed issues and prevent software bugs from reaching production ## Related Videos - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [AIQSpecFlow: Improves and automates your agile process of specification and creation of testcases.](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100084-aiqspecflow-improves-and-automates-your-agile-process-of-specification-and-creation-of-testcases) - [A Hitchhikers Guide to Container Security - Automotive Edition 2024](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1119-a-hitchhikers-guide-to-container-security-automotive-edition-2024) - [Robots are coming into the wild! 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