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Test Specialist - Antenna Lab, Satellites (Starlink)

SpaceX· Satellite Payload Engineering
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Redmond, WA$34/hr - $40/hrFull-timePosted 2mo ago

About the role

Role focused on setup, development, and day-to-day operations of SpaceX’s Starlink antenna development lab, performing RF measurements, lab maintenance, and support for test development.

Responsibilities

  • Select and procure lab equipment and RF components from suppliers, and maintain stock of commonly-used parts
  • Support design engineers with RF measurement requests, building up mechanical test fixtures, etc.
  • Assemble, configure, and operate test benches and thermal chambers, and coordinate usage between teams
  • Perform documented RF measurements using vector network analyzers and compile results
  • Arrange yearly RF test equipment calibrations with onsite/offsite vendors
  • Track inventory of all lab equipment, test boards, etc.
  • Manage shipping/receiving logistics for the team
  • Rework PCBAs per instructions and documentation
  • Perform in-house scheduled maintenance and calibrations on test systems
  • Enforce lab organization, cleanliness, and ESD-safe handling practices
  • Adapt to constantly-changing work assignments and fast-paced environment
  • Maintain and execute maintenance plans of various lab equipment

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalency certificate
  • 2+ years of professional experience in a hands-on engineering technician role, or a degree in an engineering, math or stem discipline

Skills

Required:RF measurement and testingLab equipment procurement and inventory management
Nice to have:PCB rework and cable harness fabricationElectronic schematics and drawings interpretationNetworking and LinuxDocumentation and communication

Benefits

  • 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 and 10+ paid holidays per year
  • Company stock/long-term incentives and potential discretionary bonuses
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Various discounts and perks
  • SpaceX shuttle transportation from select Seattle locations to Redmond office (Monday to Friday)
Last updated Sep 30, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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