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.

VIDEO & VOICE SYSTEMS ENGINEER

SpaceX is looking for a Video & Voice Systems Engineer that will design, install, maintain, and fully own the video and voice communications systems at our launch and test facilities. You’ll be tightly integrated with the engineering teams that design our rockets and spacecraft as well as with our Emmy award-winning webcast team on the launch and event broadcasts for the company.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Procure, configure and install video, voice and network hardware including cameras, media converters, routers, switches, UPS and PDUs
Troubleshoot and resolve video and voice network related issues
Perform job walks with customers, vendors and contractors to gather video and voice requirements and create project implementation plans
Closely collaborate with stakeholders and engineers across programs to create highly operable, scalable, and maintainable products
Monitor health of video and voice equipment and network health
Continuously create and update documentation and inventory management

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science, electrical engineering, or other STEM discipline and 2+ years professional video, voice and/or networking engineering experience OR 5+ years professional video, voice and/or networking engineering experience without a degree

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Excellent experience with video broadcast equipment such as video routers, IP video, cameras, and switchers
Experience with voice and audio equipment such as intercom matrices, IP audio consoles, and wireless two-way radios
Understanding and experience with broadcast networking transports such as SMPTE ST 2110, AES67, Dante, SRT, RTSP, SIP, and WebRTC
Advanced knowledge of OSI model and network standards
Hands on networking experience with the following:
- Arista and Cisco Catalyst data center class switches
- Fiber optics and wave division multiplexing
- DNS, DHCP, PTP, SNMP, LACP, IGMP, PIM-SM
Programming and scripting experience in Python, Bash, Go, JavaScript or similar languages

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Valid driver’s license
Ability to work in tight quarters and physical dexterity is necessary to preform job functions
Availability for extended hours and/or weekends, as the schedule varies depending on site operational needs; flexibility is required
Availability for occasional travel, as required (<25%)
Position is subject to pre-employment and (as applicable) periodic background, drug, and alcohol testing
Ability to pass Air Force background check for Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg Space Force Base

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range:
Video & Voice Engineer: $120,000.00-$160,000.00/per year

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. 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 race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability 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 EEOCompliance@spacex.com.