Optical Engineer (Starshield)
SpaceX(10 days ago)
About this role
SpaceX is seeking an Optical Engineer for their Starshield program, focusing on the development of laser communication systems and observation payloads for satellite technology supporting national security efforts. The role involves designing, validating, and operating optical systems to support space missions and space environment navigation.
Required Skills
- optics
- Photonics
- Laser
- MATLAB
- Python
- Optical Design
- System Design
- Testing
- Troubleshooting
- Communications
About SpaceX
spacex.comSpaceX 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.
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