SpaceX · 5 days ago
Mechanical Engineer, Sensors (Starship Avionics)
Hawthorne, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$110K/yr - $130K/yr
3+ years expSpaceX 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. The Sensor Mechanical Design Engineer will work on an interdisciplinary team to design mechanical aspects of sensors and conduct mechanical analysis and testing critical for making life on Mars possible.
AerospaceManufacturingSpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develop innovative sensor designs and/or packages for physical sensors such as pressure, acceleration, flow, etc
Build analytical and finite element thermal, structural, and fatigue models
Create 3D models, production 2D drawings, and complete tolerance analysis
Complete failure analysis of components as it relates to thermal loads, vibration, and shock
Interface with vendors and production teams to ensure designs can be manufactured at high volumes
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or aerospace engineering
Hands-on experience working with sensors, such as accelerometers, pressure sensors, strain gauges, or temperature sensors, etc
Hardware design experience
Extended hours and weekend work may be required to support critical project and mission milestones
Preferred
3+ years of experience in the design of sensors or optical systems, packaging or integration of sensors, or the design of mechanical and electrical systems
Working knowledge of fundamental sensing mechanisms
Experience packaging PCBs
Exposure to high volume manufacturing with a focus on design for manufacturability
Manufacturing processes including welding, wire bonding, and semiconductor fabrication
Experience designing components for high temperature, high vibration environments
Experience with thermal and structural FEA
Knowledge of inspection processes and tools for mechanical components
Benefits
Long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards
Potential discretionary bonuses
The ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
Access to a 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
Elon Musk
Founder, CEO & CTO
Bret Johnsen
CFO
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