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Sr. RF Planning Engineer (Starlink Mobile)

SpaceX is building technologies to enable life beyond Earth and is hiring a Senior RF Planning Engineer for Starlink Mobile to design, optimize, and maintain wireless networks (cellular and satellite) to meet coverage, capacity, and performance goals. The role requires deep RF expertise, network planning tool experience, and the ability to analyze KPIs, troubleshoot interference, and support site selection and capacity planning.

Skills

  • Radio wave propagation and antenna theory
  • Cellular protocols (LTE, 5G) and satellite RF fundamentals
  • Experience with network planning tools (Atoll, RF Planet, or similar)
  • KPI analysis, drive test interpretation, and Layer 3 message troubleshooting
  • Scripting/automation for RF analysis and data processing

Responsibilities

  • Plan new sites, select antennas, and model propagation to maximize coverage and capacity
  • Analyze KPIs and drive test data to optimize network performance
  • Forecast traffic and perform capacity planning to avoid congestion
  • Troubleshoot signal strength, interference, and coverage gaps
  • Ensure RF systems meet regulatory frequency and compliance requirements

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline (required)

Benefits

  • Base salary plus eligibility for equity, stock options or long-term cash awards
  • Potential discretionary bonuses and Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Short and long-term disability insurance and life insurance
  • Paid parental leave
  • Approximately 3 weeks paid vacation and 10+ paid holidays per year
  • Paid sick time per Washington State law
  • Various employee discounts and perks
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