Optical Test Engineer (Integration & Test)

What this role involves

SpaceX is seeking an Optical Test Engineer for the Space Lasers Test team to design, build, and operate optical metrology systems for Starlink satellite hardware. The role involves automating test procedures, troubleshooting optical hardware, and collaborating with design and production teams. Candidates need a bachelor's degree in physics or engineering and at least 2 years of hands-on optical/laser experience.

Skills this posting asks for

• optics
• photonics
• laser technology
• optical metrology
• interferometers
• power meters
• laser sources
• zemax
• fiber optics
• optical alignment
• digital communication protocols
• python
• c/c++
• cad
• mechanical engineering
• space qualified hardware
• custom optical assemblies
• signal integrity
• photodiodes
• test automation

Requirements

• 2 years of experience
• Level: mid
• Remote policy: onsite

From the employer’s posting

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling hum…