Sr. Sensor Development Engineer (Starship)
Core
Design, build, and test innovative sensing solutions for navigation systems to enable human life on Mars.
Role type
Senior IC sensor development engineer (inertial navigation)
Builds
Integrated navigation sensor solutions for vehicle integration
Domain
Aerospace / Inertial Navigation Systems
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Inertial sensor characterization, sensor calibration, component qualification testing, environmental testing (thermal/vibration/shock), Python, C/C++
Preferred skills
Navigation-grade inertial sensor design, product ownership, fast-paced environment experience
Technologies
Python, C/C++, accelerometers, gyroscopes
Responsibilities
Conduct environmental characterization of inertial sensors, analyze test data and document results, develop sensor calibration processes, ensure timely production and delivery, conduct component qualification testing, implement hardware and software upgrades
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC