# RF/Microwave Engineer, Satellites (Starlink) at SpaceX

- Company: SpaceX
- What the company does: SpaceX designs, manufactures and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft. The company was founded in 2002 to revolutionize space technology, with the ultimate goal of enabling people to live on other planets. Backed by Kleiner Perkins, a16z and Founders Fund.
- Company website: https://www.spacex.com/
- Type: Startups
- Level: Mid level
- Location: Redmond, WA
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-11-04
- Apply by: 2026-12-19
- Apply: https://boards.greenhouse.io/spacex/jobs/8928728002?gh_jid=8928728002&utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/spacex-rf-microwave-engineer-satellites-starlink/

## About the role

Our Satellite Payload Engineering team develops the RF devices that power our satellites and ground antennas - from power amplifiers to waveguide components to reflectors to antennae. The ideal candidate will be part of a multidisciplinary team focused on developing all elements of new high performance wireless digital communication systems from antenna to protocol level. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, physics or other engineering discipline
- 1+ years of research and/or industry experience in the areas of RF/microwave circuit design (internships and co-ops can apply)
- 1+ years of experience using one of the 3D EM simulation tools (CST, HFSS, FEKO, SEMCAD, EMPro, TICRA or XFDTD)
- Ability to work extended hours or weekends as needed for mission critical deadlines

Tags: Satellite Payload Engineering

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