Sr. Avionics Systems Engineer (Special Programs) - Top Secret Clearance
Core
Lead the architecture, integration, and test of avionics systems for new SpaceX vehicles, including power, data, RF, and sensor topologies.
Role type
Senior IC Avionics Systems Engineer (Special Programs)
Builds
New SpaceX vehicles and their avionics systems
Domain
Aerospace / Avionics
Required skills
Avionics system architecture, System-level integration, System-level testing, Wiring diagram and harness design, System-level trade-offs, Root cause analysis, Launch operations support, Technical mentorship, Project planning, Risk assessment
Preferred skills
Vehicle architecture from concept to first flight, Flight verification and test program definition, Real-time console support, Avionics interfaces (Ethernet, CAN, RS-422, SPI, I2C), AI-assisted coding and analysis tools, Cross-disciplinary collaboration
Technologies
Python, MATLAB, C++, Ethernet, CAN, RS-422, SPI, I2C
Responsibilities
Lead avionics system architecture for new vehicles, Drive closure of vehicle electrical interfaces, Lead vehicle wiring diagram and harness architecture, Drive system-level trades on mass, power, thermal, reliability, manufacturability, cost, and schedule, Lead system-level integration and test, Define avionics system verification strategy and lead test campaigns, Lead root cause investigations on integrated-vehicle issues, Support launch operations on console, Mentor systems engineers, Plan and lead system projects
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities