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# Hardware Test Engineer

- **Company:** Space Exploration Technologies Corp.
- **Location:** Redmond, WA, United States
- **Salary:** $105,000.0 - $120,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** CAN Bus, Computer Programming, Software Debugging, Python (Programming Language), MATLAB, Modbus, Network Architecture, TCP/IP, Serial Peripheral Interface, Hardware Testing
- **Published:** October 16, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/1_spacex-8497592002

## About the Role

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: + Bachelor's degree in an electrical engineering or another STEM discipline + 1+ years of experience with instrumentation, data acquisition system design, or electronics test engineering PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: + 1+ years of programming experience using Python, MATLAB, or C/C++ + Experience with one or more of the following electrical test equipment: oscilloscopes, DMMs, DAQs, power supply, electronic load, spectrum analyzer, or source measurement units + Experience with programmable logic controllers (PLCs) + Experience in one or more of the following: electronics test rack design and build, data acquisition setup and field measurements, build of electronic or test systems for local assembly or industrial applications + Extensive knowledge with a range of digital and analog interfaces including USB, VISA, TCP/IP, CAN bus, SPI, I2C, Modbus, analog-to-digital conversion + Experience troubleshooting interactions between software
and hardware + Experience with the design, build, and activation of thermal, vacuum, structural or electromechanical systems + Understanding of metrology, sources of measurement error, and uncertainty analysis + Creative approach to problem solving, exceptional analytical skills, and engineering fundamentals + Able to collaborate with a wide range of people and effectively work in a team + Sound verbal and written communication skills ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: + Willing to work weekends and extended hours as needed COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay range: Hardware Test Engineer/Level I: $105,000.00 - $120,000.00/per year Hardware Test Engineer/Level II: $115,000.00 - $145,000.00/per year Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

## Description

SpaceX is looking for a Hardware Test Engineer to design, build, and automate test systems to support the development and qualification of the battery and power systems.
This role encompasses design, analysis, and manufacturing disciplines, with the ability to spearhead large-scope projects from early design trades through implementation.
You will be expected to define new processes, drive system requirements, manage large-scope projects across multiple disciplines, and activate systems that meet or exceed the aesthetics of the factory of the future.
RESPONSIBILITIES: + Develop, document, and implement cross-functional automation solutions to improve test capability, coverage, and safety + Design and implement test and ground support equipment to include flight hardware interfacing fixtures, battery management systems, automated test equipment, and facilities infrastructure + Directly involved with equipment builds, checkouts, and troubleshooting + Design user interfaces that make complex machines easy to use and troubleshoot + Architect, write, and debug PLC code + Create electrical, harnessing, and fluid schematics + Control and maintain network infrastructure interfaces to data acquisition and control systems + Use electrical equipment in the field to verify the functionality of end instruments + Provide innovative solutions to special requirements and challenges faced by the team, which can range from specialized equipment to challenging installation locations + Perform electrical installation of valves, limit switches,
potentiometers, contactors, etc.