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Test Specialist - Hardware in the Loop, Satellites (Starlink)

SpaceX· Starlink Satellite Integration and Test
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Woodinville, WA$34/hr - $51/hrFull-timePosted 2mo ago

About the role

Test Specialist focusing on hardware-in-the-loop testing for Starlink satellites, responsible for developing, deploying, supporting, and maintaining HITL test solutions and related infrastructure to enable fast and accurate integration testing.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure satellite development test systems and areas are operating properly.
  • First level troubleshooting with electrical/mechanical diagnostics and test data review.
  • Build, update, repair and validate bespoke hardware-in-the-loop (HITL) test equipment, servers and network racks.
  • Fabricate and repair cable harnesses including: crimping, soldering and assembling connectors.
  • Develop and document procedures for execution, maintenance, assembly, and anomaly handling.
  • Maintain an organized, clean and safe work environment.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
  • 2+ years of professional experience in a hands-on manufacturing environment or a bachelor's degree in an engineering, math or technical discipline.

Skills

Nice to have:Basic tools and electro-mechanical tasksEngineering degreeTechnical documentation, engineering drawings, schematicsDebugging, performance optimization, unit testingLinux environmentPython software developmentNetworking basics (VLANs, namespaces, routing)RF components, links and wiringRole flexibility in high-paced environmentsCommunication skills

Benefits

  • Long-term incentives (stock or long-term cash awards)
  • Discretionary bonuses
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Short and long-term disability insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid parental leave
  • 3 weeks of paid vacation
  • 10+ paid holidays per year
  • Paid sick leave per company policy
Last updated Sep 9, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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