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# Sr. Sensor Development Engineer (Starship) at SpaceX

Department: Starship ElectronicsEducation: education_required

Compensation

$140,000 – $205,000/yr

**Location**
: Hawthorne, California

**Type**
: Full-time

**Level**
: senior

**Posted**
: Jun 4, 2026

## Description

SpaceX is hiring a Senior Sensor Development Engineer for its Starship program to characterize, test, calibrate, qualify, and maintain inertial navigation sensors such as accelerometers and gyroscopes. The role involves analyzing test data, developing sensor calibration processes, supporting vehicle integration, and implementing hardware and software upgrades. Candidates need a bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering or physics field, at least five years of professional experience, and three years of inertial-sensor experience, along with Python and C/C++ development skills. The position offers a senior base salary of $140,000 to $205,000 per year and medical, vision, and dental coverage.

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