Sr. Space Lasers Engineer, Satellites (Starlink)
Core
Develop, produce, and deploy cutting-edge satellite free-space optical communication systems and laser communications terminals for the Starlink constellation.
Role type
Senior IC optical engineer (free-space optical systems)
Builds
Laser communication terminals, next-generation star tracking systems, and optical products for the Starlink satellite constellation.
Domain
Aerospace / Free-space optical communications
Required skills
Optics and photonics knowledge, optical system design and validation, laser technology, precision mechanical design, computer programming (C++, MATLAB, Python), optical analysis tools (Zemax), pointing acquisition and tracking, atmospheric optical effects, risk assessment, hardware development for high-reliability applications
Preferred skills
Master's or PhD in physics or engineering, experience leading development of commercial communications products, infrared system alignment and characterization, Linux environment scripting, optical test equipment competence
Technologies
Zemax, C++, MATLAB, Python, Linux
Responsibilities
Apply optics and photonics knowledge to optical system development, lead optical architecture definition through trade studies and concept of operations, participate in verification testing including environmental qualification and fault injection, define and lead field testing of optical experiments, review test data and lead anomaly investigation, interface with manufacturing and supply chain teams, collaborate with software teams for automated optical testing protocols, represent laser communications systems for reliability and risk discussions
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
