SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.PRODUCT COMPLIANCE ENGINEER, WIRELESS & SAFETY (STARLINK)
SpaceX is leveraging its experience building rockets and spacecraft to deploy Starlink, the world’s most advanced broadband internet system. Starlink is the world’s largest satellite constellation that provides fast, reliable internet to millions of users worldwide. We design, build, manufacture, and operate all parts of the system including thousands of satellites and millions of customer kits. Our customers currently include teachers in the most remote parts of the Amazon, researchers in Antarctica, digital nomads who travel via RV, emergency responders, commercial airlines, cruise lines, and residential users who live in more rural or developing areas. While users can get online within minutes almost anywhere in the world, we’ve only begun to scratch the surface of Starlink’s potential. We are looking for best-in-class engineers to help maximize Starlink’s utility for individuals, communities, and businesses.
Product Compliance Engineers will play a critical role as SpaceX strives to deliver internet to those that need it most. They will drive regulatory efforts, impact internal design decisions, and obtain the product certifications needed to sell and ship millions of consumer-facing devices. These devices - including Starlink dishes, Wi-Fi routers, power supply, accessories, etc. – are designed and manufactured completely in-house by SpaceX. Engineers on the team will be hands-on, regularly interact with multiple technical disciplines, and ultimately ensure that Starlink is a global success.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Own and drive product-level compliance, ensuring all regulatory requirements are met to facilitate global market access, brand protection, and product safety
Drive engagement with business groups to incorporate regulatory and certification requirements into product design and ensure their successful execution and compliance
Collaborate with engineering teams to generate technical construction files
Drive engagement with external 3rd party test laboratories and oversee compliance testing to applicable domestic and international standards
Become an advocate of new compliance initiatives working with internal or external partners
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree in an engineering, math, chemistry, physics, or STEM discipline
1+ years of professional experience in compliance engineering for consumer electronics, industrial equipment, or information technology equipment (RF, safety, EMC, wireless, or environmental compliance)
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
3+ years of experience managing product technical requirements, scope, schedule, or cost
3+ years of experience including Wi-Fi or radio/RF compliance, analysis, design, and testing
Experience with CISPR/FCC radio and EMC standards and requirements
Familiarity with U.S., Canadian, EU, and other international regulatory requirements and standards
Experience with NRTL, NEC, NFPA, IEC, and CB Scheme and other safety requirements and regulations
Experience with FCC, ISED, ETSI, and other international requirements for radio products
Experience with RoHS, REACH, WEEE, Prop 65, and other environmental requirements and regulations
Demonstrated ability to work in a highly cross-functional role
Outstanding project management skills
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to work extended hours or weekends as needed for mission critical deadlines
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
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.
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