Lead Hardware Test Engineer

Company: Space Exploration Technologies Corporation
Location: Redmond
Posted on: September 13, 2020

Job Description:

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

LEAD HARDWARE TEST ENGINEER

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Directly manage hardware test engineers responsible for development of test equipment used to perform manufacturing tests on Starlink PCBAs and electromechanical components

Define and lead test equipment hardware roadmaps for Starlink v1.5 and v2.0 production

Spearhead improvements to test equipment reliability and maintainability

Review and approve test equipment designs of team members, provide technical leadership, and grow the skills and efficiency of the team

Manage and track multiple priorities while maintaining a focus towards common project goals

Grow a highly effective team through leadership and hiring of hardware test engineers

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or other engineering discipline

3+ years of professional experience in hardware development or electronics test engineering

Experience leading others in a technical or project management capacity

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Master’s degree in an engineering discipline

Experience designing test equipment for development and/or manufacturing tests

Experience analyzing circuits, developing functional test plans, and assessing test coverage

Experience working with PCBA contract manufacturers

Understanding of metrology, sources of measurement error, and uncertainty analysis

Understanding and experience in environmental testing such as HALT/HASS, thermal, and TVAC

Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment that includes working with changing needs and requirements

Experience leading teams in a rapidly changing, highly demanding environment

Strong desire to mentor and grow employees

Excellent communication skills both written and verbal

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Willing to work extended hours or weekends as needed

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