SpaceX · 4 days ago
Structures Design Engineer (Falcon & Dragon)
Hawthorne, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$110K/yr - $130K/yr
1+ years expSpaceX is actively developing technologies to enable human life on Mars. As a Structures Design Engineer, you will design and develop groundbreaking hardware for Falcon and Dragon vehicle upgrades and manage assembly configuration to support successful flights.
Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Design and develop groundbreaking hardware for Falcon and Dragon vehicle upgrades and new mission profiles using NX, including metallic and composite structures, soft goods, fluid/propulsion systems, and avionics hardware under accelerated timelines
Generate detailed component and assembly drawings using GD&T and perform tolerance stack-up analysis
Responsible for overall CAD integration and hardware packaging for vehicle systems. Manage cross-discipline interfaces to ensure proper clearances and fit-up (Interface Control Drawings, etc.)
Apply first principles methodology and design for manufacturing concepts to create innovative solutions for challenging problems in spacecraft and launch vehicle development
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline
1+ years of mechanical design and drafting experience (including internships or personal projects)
1+ years of experience with 3D CAD software (NX, Solidworks, etc.)
Must be able to work long hours and weekends as necessary
Must be able to travel to various SpaceX sites (up to 25%)
Preferred
Solid understanding and application of GD&T and tolerance stack-ups
Hands-on experience working in project teams designing hardware in a highly constrained system under defined timelines
Familiarity with welded/bolted structures, composites and fluid systems
Ability to manage large assembly models and drawings
Ability to work and communicate well in an integrated team including daily interactions with technicians, engineers, and leadership
Creative problem solver that can bring multiple disciplines together to achieve buy-in for a unified design direction
Self-motivated with strong multi-tasking, organizational, communication, documentation and rigorous attention to detail skills
Experience with FMEA and FEA
2+ years experience with a 3D modeling software (NX preferred)
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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CFO
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VP Materials Engineering
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