Mechanical Engineer, Hardware Reliability (Starlink)
Core
Develop and implement reliability test strategies, environmental/RF/mechanical testing, and failure analysis for Starlink satellite hardware and consumer antennae to maximize field life and minimize early failures.
Role type
Senior IC mechanical engineer (hardware reliability)
Builds
Starlink satellite constellation and consumer broadband internet system
Domain
Aerospace / Satellite Communications
Required skills
mechanical engineering, reliability testing, failure analysis, data analysis, automation, environmental testing, RF principles, Python, C, SQL
Preferred skills
electronics design, manufacturing experience, fast-paced iterative design environment
Technologies
Python, C, SQL
Responsibilities
Develop and implement reliability test strategies for new products and subcomponents; Design and execute novel environmental, RF, mechanical, and electrical testing techniques; Investigate failures in production and test to identify root causes; Monitor product and process quality through production ramp-up; Automate reliability test initiatives and reporting; Contain suspect or known non-conforming product; Work closely with hardware, software, manufacturing, and network engineering teams
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
