Automation and Test Engineer, Satellites (Starlink)

Space Exploration Technologies Corp.
Redmond, WA, United States
3 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Data Analysis C++ (Programming Language) Continuous Integration Hardware Design Python (Programming Language) Software Deployment Software Engineering Test Execution Engine Build Management Integration Tests Information Technology

Job description

Experteer Overview In this role you will design and build test platforms to validate Starlink software and hardware, enabling rapid testing across HITL and simulated environments. You will develop tools and pipelines that streamline test execution and data analysis within CI/CD, and collaborate with developers to deliver a reliable integration test platform. You will hands-on troubleshoot Starlink systems and identify improvements to testing infrastructure, contributing to scalable, high-assurance space internet. Compensation / Benefits * Design, develop and build test platforms to validate Starlink software * Develop software for test execution across HITL and virtualized hardware simulations * Create tools to enable frequent, reliable software deployment, test execution, and data analysis in CI/CD * Analyze test results and investigate bugs with cross-team engineering * Collaborate with developers to provide a reliable, fast, accurate integrated test platform * Hands-on integration and troubleshooting of Starlink hardware/software * Identify areas for improvement in test systems and craft innovative solutions Tasks * Bachelor in computer science, engineering, math, or STEM; 1+ years in test systems, software or hardware development OR 3+ years in lieu of degree * Development experience in C, C++, or Python Key requirements * Stock options and long-term incentives * Discretionary bonuses * 401(k) retirement plan * Medical, vision, and dental coverage * Paid vacation and holidays * Employee shuttle program

Requirements

_ and troubleshooting of Starlink hardware/software * Identify areas for improvement in test systems and craft innovative solutions Tasks * Bachelor in computer science, engineering, math, or STEM; 1+ years in test systems, software or hardware development OR 3+ years in lieu of degree * Development experience in C, C++, or Python Key requirements * Stock options and long-term incentives * Discretionary bonuses * 401(k) retirement plan * Medical, vision, and dental coverage * Paid vacation and holidays * Employee shuttle program

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