Hardware Development Engineer, Failure Analysis (Gateway) is open at SpaceX in Redmond, WA. The posting gives a salary of $105K - $145K. Posted on Aug 12, 2026, and still on SpaceX’s careers page when we last checked, on Nov 14, 2026.
About the role
Perform detailed failure analysis of satellite and gateway hardware, identifying root causes of failures and implementing corrective actions. Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to improve product reliability and manufacturing processes. Utilize schematics, test equipment, and inspection processes to conduct failure investigations on PCBAs and other electronic components. Work closely with…
The opening lines of the posting. The rest is on SpaceX’s careers page.
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