Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer, Gateways (Starlink)
Core
Design, build, and test high-precision, low-cost ground station antennas (gateways) for the Starlink satellite constellation to deliver internet from ground to space.
Role type
Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer (Ground Station Hardware)
Builds
Ground station gateways, high-volume production hardware, and deployment-ready systems for the Starlink network.
Domain
Aerospace / Satellite Communications / RF Hardware
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
CAD, finite element analysis (FEA), hardware design, system-level optimization, environmental testing, manufacturing process development, material selection, risk assessment
Preferred skills
RF or antenna hardware design, PCB mechanical design, high-reliability hardware development, novel manufacturing procedures
Technologies
CAD software, FEA software, RF vacuum electronics, composites, pointing and actuation systems
Responsibilities
Own hardware from conceptual design through high-volume production and deployment; rapidly iterate designs and analysis to steer product direction; establish efficient product lifecycle from supply chain to final integration; perform environmental and performance testing; develop novel manufacturing procedures with partner teams
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC