Mechanical Engineer - Satellite Solar Array (Starlink) is open at SpaceX in Redmond, WA. The posting gives a salary of $100K - $135K. Posted on Aug 24, 2026, and still on SpaceX’s careers page when we last checked, on Nov 14, 2026.
About the role
Design and analysis of solar array components ranging from photovoltaic cells to integrated electro-mechanical solar array assemblies. Own and design various satellite mechanical systems and/or associated tooling specifically for the solar array sub-assembly. Prepare detailed content for technical design reviews. Demonstrate extreme ownership of the production outcome of the Starlink solar factory across yield…
The opening lines of the posting. The rest is on SpaceX’s careers page.
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