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Wifi & RF Compliance Test Engineer (Starlink)

SpaceX
Bastrop, USA
Junior · 2+ years experience
Onsite
Discovered 1 weeks ago
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RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Support pre-compliance testing and 3rd party certification testing for radio equipment in global markets per FCC, ISED, EN/IEC, ETSI, ITU and associated requirements
  • Ensure ongoing compliance for compliant designs
  • Develop automation and measurement tools to improve radio testing fidelity and efficiency
  • Set requirements for design teams working on a variety of Starlink Product applications
  • Ensure products meet these requirements through cross-collaboration with the involved design teams
  • Generate and execute test plans and document results in test reports against the aforementioned standards as well as review and revise test reports generated by external test labs
  • Troubleshoot RF issues from board to system level
  • Operate and automate a variety of EMI, RF, and electronics test equipment
  • Independently perform verifications and document results in a clear, precise, and complete manner
  • Support engineering effectively and confidently with creative thinking and rigor – question the status quo while adhering to documentation and maintaining prescribed quality standards

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, physics, or other engineering discipline
  • 2+ years of experience in WiFi or radio compliance
  • Programming/coding experience, preferably python and/or C++ as well as instrumentation automation protocols such as SCPI/VISA/NI
  • Experience operating a spectrum analyzer, vector network analyzer, power meter, oscilloscope, and base station simulator
  • Experience with 802.11 (APED), 802.3, IPv4, and IPv6
  • Ability to work extended hours or weekends as needed for mission critical deadlines
  • To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
  • SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
  • Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to [email protected].

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • 5+ years of experience, including WiFi Radio/RF compliance, analysis, design, and testing
  • Previous experience with CISPR/FCC radio and EMC standards and requirements
  • EMC lab experience, including accreditation, maintenance and calibration
  • Experience performing radio and/or EMC testing
  • Proficiency with Python
  • Proficiency with Linux systems
  • Wi-Fi Alliance Certification experience
  • Experience with other international EMC and radio requirements for global market access
  • Knowledge of electrical safety and EMC commercial compliance standards, requirements and test methods for consumer electronics and commercial applications
  • Demonstrated experience troubleshooting radio compliance issues from board to system level
  • Previous work experience with reading, interpreting and following circuit schematics, PCB layouts, engineering drawings, BOMs, cable harnesses, wiring schematics, interface diagrams, layout drawings, mechanical drawings, and CAD software
  • Experience with electrical circuit analysis using simulation tools such as Spice or equivalent
  • Experience in a fast-paced work environment with production hardware
  • Familiarity with phased array antenna operating principles and fundamentals
  • Able to adapt to constantly changing work assignments
  • Excellent concentration and attention to detail with outstanding work efficiency and accuracy
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

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