Sr. RF Planning Engineer (Starlink Mobile)
SpaceX
· Redmond, WA
· Apr 20, 2026
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. RF PLANNING ENGINEER (STARLINK MOBILE)
Responsibilities:
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Network Design: Planning new site locations, selecting antennas, and modeling propagation to ensure maximum coverage and capacity.
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Network Optimization: Analyzing KPIs (Key Performance Indicators), conducting drive tests, and modifying parameters to enhance network performance.
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Capacity Planning: Forecasting traffic demands and adding capacity to prevent network congestion.
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Troubleshooting: Identifying and fixing problems related to signal strength, interference, and coverage gaps.
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Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring all RF systems operate within legal frequency guidelines.
Requirements:
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Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline
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7+ years of experience with radio wave propagation, antenna theory, and communication protocols (LTE, 5G).
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Experience with network planning tools (such as: Atoll, RF Planet, or similar).
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Experience in the site selection process, including candidate evaluation, technical feasibility assessment, and associated RF challenges
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- Company
- SpaceX
- Location
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Redmond, WA
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- Category
- RF / Microwave
- Posted
- Apr 20, 2026
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