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Materials Engineer, Metals (Starlink) at SpaceX

Department: Materials Engineering - Starlink MaterialsEducation: education_required

Compensation · Listed in posting

$100,000 – $135,000/yr

Location
Redmond, Washington
Type
Full-time
Level
not_specified
Posted

Description

SpaceX is hiring a Materials Engineer, Metals (Starlink) to develop, qualify, troubleshoot, and optimize metallic materials and metal-joining processes for Starlink satellites and ground infrastructure. The role includes materials selection, characterization, failure analysis, alloy-property development, and technical review for design and manufacturing, with collaboration on supplier-qualified components. Candidates need a materials-focused bachelor’s degree and experience with aluminum alloys, metal alloys, and joining processes; the position offers Level 1 or Level 2 base salary, medical, vision, dental, retirement, and other benefits, and requires travel, physical work, and availability for manufacturing and test campaigns.

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