Sr. Space Lasers Engineer (Starshield)

SpaceX(10 days ago)

Hawthorne, CAOnsiteFull TimeSenior$130,000 - $180,000Satellite Engineering

About this role

SpaceX is seeking a Senior Space Lasers Engineer to develop and deploy cutting-edge free-space optical communication systems and observation payloads for space satellites. The role involves designing, validating, and operating optical systems, contributing to mission-critical projects that support space navigation and communication. The position offers opportunities to work on innovative technology in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

View Original Listing

Required Skills

optics
Photons
Laser
Design
Analysis
Troubleshooting
Optical
Firmware
Programming
Systems

About SpaceX

spacex.com

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.

View more jobs at SpaceX →