SpaceX · 2 hours ago
Sr. Propulsion Design Engineer (Raptor Engine Systems)
Hawthorne, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$125K/yr - $175K/yr
5+ years expSpaceX is a pioneering aerospace manufacturer and space transport services company. They are seeking a Senior Propulsion Design Engineer to manage and validate engine design criteria for the Raptor engine systems, ensuring effective communication and collaboration across teams to resolve issues and maintain design integrity.
Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Partner with subsystem and component owners to translate top-level requirements into clear, measurable criteria at lower levels
Audit design documentation regularly to identify gaps, risks, and inconsistencies, and drive the closure of any findings
Review test and analysis data to confirm criteria are met, initiating follow-up actions where validation falls short
Develop and refine department processes for design reviews (DCR, PDR, CDR) to improve efficiency and clarity of outcomes
Compile and deliver periodic design health reports to leadership, highlighting critical issues and progress trends
Facilitate resolution of cross-team conflicts by balancing technical, schedule, and program-wide priorities
Champion design best practices by sharing lessons learned and aligning teams on standards for producibility, reliability, and performance
Lead initiatives that integrate feedback from production, test, and flight operations into design updates
Collaborate with manufacturing, test, and analysis teams to ensure design readiness for production hardware
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline
5+ years of professional experience in mechanical design, including 3D CAD modeling
Preferred
6+ years of professional 3D CAD experience with complex mechanical assemblies
3+ years of experience owning hardware, systems, or projects from concept through delivery
3+ years of experience solving problems involving fluid systems, heat transfer, and structural design
Demonstrated ability to develop, maintain, and enforce technical documentation and design requirements
Strong communication skills with experience presenting to both technical teams and senior leadership
Experience defining and validating engineering requirements at the system and subsystem level
Proven success implementing and improving configuration management processes in both development and production environments
Strong understanding of design validation methods through analysis and test, including test data review
Familiarity with high-strength, oxidation-resistant, and propellant-compatible materials for cryogenic and high-temperature environments
Knowledge of manufacturing processes such as turning, milling, drilling, brazing, welding, forming, forging, casting, and 3D printing
Understanding of mechanical seals, threaded fasteners, high-pressure fluid systems, and aerospace hardware standards
Basic knowledge of NDT techniques and design for inspection
Experience supporting the integration and testing of rocket propulsion hardware
Proficiency in NX, Teamcenter, and ANSYS; SQL experience a plus
Benefits
Long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards
Potential discretionary bonuses
Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
401(k) retirement plan
Short and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid parental leave
Various other discounts and perks
3 weeks of paid vacation
10 or more paid holidays per year
Paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy
Company
SpaceX
SpaceX is an aviation and aerospace company that designs, manufactures, and launches rockets and spacecraft.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$11.78BKey Investors
Korea Investment PartnersIntesa SanpaoloAndreessen Horowitz
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Leadership Team
Bret Johnsen
CFO
Charles Kuehmann
VP Materials Engineering
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