Launch Engineer, Electrical Systems

SpaceX(1 month ago)

Vandenberg, CAOnsiteFull TimeMedior$95,000 - $130,000Launch Engineering

About this role

The Launch Engineer, Electrical Systems at SpaceX designs, integrates, and maintains electrical and control systems for test stands, avionics, and support facilities that enable rocket engine testing and operations. The role focuses on developing data acquisition and automation systems to transfer real-time sensor and actuator data to operators and stakeholders. This position supports reliable and safe launch operations through hardware development, system integration, and cross-functional coordination.

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Required Skills

Electrical Systems
Data Acquisition
Schematics
Control Systems
Hardware Development
Troubleshooting
Power Distribution
Avionics
Signal Integrity
PCB Design

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Qualifications

BS in Mechanical Engineering
BS in Electrical Engineering
1+ Years Experience with Data Acquisition Systems
ITAR Eligibility (US Citizen/Green Card/Asylee/Refugee)

About SpaceX

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SpaceX is an aerospace manufacturer and launch services company that designs, manufactures, and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft. Founded in 2002 to revolutionize space technology and ultimately enable human life on other planets, it developed the Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy rockets, the Dragon crew/cargo spacecraft, and the next‑generation Starship — with a strong emphasis on reusable boosters. SpaceX provides commercial and government launch services (including crewed ISS missions, satellite deployments and rideshares) and operates the Starlink broadband constellation. The company is known for rapid iterative development and cost‑reduction through reuse to expand access to space.