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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.

SR. ELECTRICAL ENGINEER, STAGE 0 POWER SYSTEMS (STARSHIP)

The Stage 0 sr. electrical engineer will be responsible for providing engineering support for the design, installation, operation, and maintenance of all Starship Launch Pad electrical systems in Cape Canaveral, FL. Scope includes all electrical infrastructure needed to launch, catch, and generate propellant for the Starship launch vehicle, as well as run daily operations on the pads.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Cradle-to-grave project ownership through hosting design reviews, project decision justification, equipment procurement, and coordination and assistance of the construction of your designs

Work in a team environment with other engineering disciplines to gather, understand, and challenge requirements, ultimately providing detailed electrical design and specification for the installation of electrical power equipment and systems

Provide engineering support for the design, operation, and troubleshooting of all Starship Stage 0 electrical components and systems

Coordinate all electrical installations and maintenance activities with electricians and local electrical utilities personnel

Ensure all electrical designs and installations conform to applicable codes and regulations

Ensure that all equipment interfaces properly with other mechanical and electrical systems, including compatibility with facility power budgets

Provide code review and analysis utilizing NFPA 70E, NFPA 70 NEC, NFPA 497, NFPA 101, Vol 5 & 6 AFSPCMAN 91-710, and IBC

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or other engineering discipline

7+ years of professional experience working on power distribution systems, switchgear, UPS's, and/or generators

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

10+ years of years of professional experience in a similar role working on power distribution systems, switchgear, UPS's, and generators

Ability to read and understand power and control schematics

Ability to read and understand highly technical equipment operation and maintenance (O&M) manuals

Experience with variable frequency drives (VFDs) and industrial pumps

Experience with controls in MODBUS and/or Profinet communication

Experience with medium voltage distribution

Experience with control panel design and production

Working knowledge of power coordination and arc flash

Ability to work on multiple tasks concurrently

High level of self-motivation, with the ability to work under minimal supervision

Good organizational skills

Ability to prioritize and schedule workload

Strong written and verbal communication skills

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to work extended hours and weekends as necessary

Ability to pass Air Force background check for Cape Canaveral

Ability to work extended hours and weekends as needed; flexibility is required

Ability to work in extreme outdoor environments when needed - heat, cold, wind, rain, etc.

Ability to travel to other Starship Launch and Test sites as necessary (~10%)

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

Learn more about the ITAR here.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by , color, , , /, veteran status, status, , , , marital status, mental or physical or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX's Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to

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Sr. Electrical Engineer, Stage 0 Power Systems (Starship)

United States
Full time

Published on 08/05/2025

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