Sr. Antenna Engineer (Starshield)

SpaceX(6 days ago)

Hawthorne, CAOnsiteFull TimeSenior$160,000 - $220,000Engineering

About this role

Senior Antenna Engineer supporting SpaceX’s Starshield program to apply Starlink-derived technology for national security missions. The role focuses on advancing government-focused communications, earth observation, and hosted payload capabilities and contributing to development programs aimed at operational deployment. The position operates in a fast-paced, collaborative environment centered on rapid iteration from design to operational capability.

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Required Skills

Antenna Design
Phased Array
Reflector Systems
RF Testing
EM Simulation
Beamforming
RF Frontends
Impedance Matching
Microwave Analysis
RF Filters

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Qualifications

BS in Computer Engineering
BS in Electrical Engineering
MS in Electrical Engineering
PhD in Electrical Engineering
Eligibility for Top-Secret Clearance
US Citizenship or Permanent Residency

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.