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# Automation and Test Engineer, Satellites (Starlink)

- **Company:** Space Exploration Technologies Corp.
- **Location:** Redmond, WA, United States
- **Salary:** $125,000.0
- **Contract:** Internship / Graduate position
- **Skills:** Data Analysis, Unit Testing, Bash Shell, C++ (Programming Language), Modems, Continuous Integration, Software Debugging, Linux, Hardware Design, Python (Programming Language), Network Protocols, Performance Tuning, Simulation Software, Software Deployment, Software Engineering, Systems Architecture, Test Execution Engine, Hardware Testing, Containerization, Integration Tests, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Docker
- **Published:** September 29, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.themuse.com/jobs/spacex/automation-and-test-engineer-satellites-starlink-bd945a

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or STEM discipline and 1+ years of professional experience in test systems, software or hardware development; OR 3+ years of professional experience in test systems, software or hardware development in lieu of a degree (internship experience is applicable).
 * Development experience in C, C++, or python.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

 * Experience building, testing, or working with hardware test setups.
 * Linux and Bash proficiency and experience with networking protocols.
 * Developed and deployed software that has been used in real world applications/projects.
 * Data analysis skillset and experience with simulation software.
 * Experience with containerization technologies (i.e. Docker, Kubernetes).
 * Radio frequency (RF) system-level design, modems and diagnostic test equipment experience.
 * Strong skills in troubleshooting, debugging, performance optimization, and unit testing.
 * Experience with continuous integration and monitoring.
 * Solid fundamental knowledge of networks, electronics, RF communications, math, and physics.
 * Creative approach to problem solving, exceptional analytical skills and engineering fundamentals.
 * Excellent organizational and communication skills.
 * Ability to learn quickly and work effectively in a dynamic environment., * 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

* Design, develop and build test platforms to best validate Starlink software.
 * Develop software that allow for test execution across multiple environments: hardware-in-the-loop (HITL, HIL) and virtualized hardware simulations.
 * Invent tools that enable more frequent and reliable software deployment, test execution, and data analysis as part of a continuous integration and release system.
 * Analyze test results and identify bugs that require in-depth investigations with engineers across the organization.
 * Work closely with developers to provide a reliable, fast, accurate and easy-to-use integrated test platform.
 * Hands-on integration and troubleshooting of Starlink hardware/software.
 * Identify areas for improvement in the test systems and create innovative solutions.


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