Sr. Aviation Development Engineer, Networking (Starlink)
Core
Design and validate next-generation passenger cabin connectivity architecture for Starlink, translating lab and flight data into scalable solutions for airline fleets.
Role type
Senior IC aviation development engineer (networking)
Builds
Multi-gigabit Starlink passenger Wi-Fi systems for commercial aircraft
Domain
Aerospace + Satellite Communications + IP Networking
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Cabin connectivity architecture, Wi-Fi 6/6E/7 system design, IP networking protocols, HITL lab operations, hotspot security & authentication, regulatory compliance, stakeholder program management
Preferred skills
Aerospace manufacturer program navigation, RF link budget & antenna architecture, Wi-Fi Alliance certification, EMI/EMC constraints analysis, commercial-technical trade-offs
Technologies
Wi-Fi 6/6E/7, IPv4/IPv6, TCP/UDP/QUIC, WPA3-Enterprise, Passpoint, RADIUS, 802.11u, OFDMA, MU-MIMO, MLO
Responsibilities
Own cabin connectivity architecture including access-point placement, band planning, and backhaul; Specify Wi-Fi requirements and validate router/AP configurations; Design and operate HITL lab environments representing airline cabins; Define passenger authentication and security protocols; Lead program governance and coordinate with customers, manufacturers, and regulators; Translate coverage and throughput measurements into design changes.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC