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Mechanical Engineer - Satellite Solar Array, (Starlink)

SpaceX - Redmond, WA

Posted Apr 7, 2026

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Salary
$100K-$115K From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026
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Market context

U.S. role benchmark (BLS OEWS)
$116,543 U.S. median for this role
Projected growth (BLS Employment Projections)
+9.8% - Much faster than average

8% below the BLS role benchmark for software engineering aggregate.

Matched to SOC 15-1252 - Software Engineering aggregate by role bucket.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS, May 2024 and Employment Projections, 2024-2034.

Role

Role function
Engineering From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026
Seniority
Mid From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

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Weekend work
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Offered From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

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About this role

Mechanical Engineer - Satellite Solar Array, (Starlink) Redmond, WA 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 human life on Mars. MECHANICAL ENGINEER - SATELLITE SOLAR ARRAY (STARLINK) SpaceX is looking for a highly motivated engineer to join the Solar Product Team. In this position, you will design and implement the next generation of photovoltaic power systems for new Starlink satellite versions. This role is ultimately responsible for the design, qualification, production rate capability, and reliability of Starlink power generation assemblies used across multiple satellite payloads and vehicle architectures. RESPONSIBILITIES: - Design and analysis of solar array components ranging from photovoltaic cells to integrated electro-mechanical solar array assemblies. - Own and design various satellite mechanical systems and/or associated tooling specifically for the solar array sub-assembly. - Prepare detailed content for technical design reviews. Demonstrate extreme ownership of the production outcome of the Starlink solar factory across yield, uptime, and cost. - Work across disciplines with partner teams such as GNC, Avionics, Operations, and Payloads to achieve the best vehicle outcomes. - Provide analytical rationale for design capability through hand calcs, and FEA where applicable. - Complete engineering drawings, schematics, and specifications to define purchasing, manufacturing, and operational requirements. - Write, design and execute test procedures and verification plans in both electrical and mechanical design spaces

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