SpaceX · 1 week ago
Mechanical Engineer (Starship Avionics)
Hawthorne, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$110K/yr - $130K/yr
1+ years expSpaceX is a company focused on revolutionizing space travel and enabling human life on Mars. The Mechanical Engineer (Starship Avionics) will design advanced avionics systems for the Starship, ensuring high reliability while maintaining low mass and cost.
Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Design custom instrumentation for extreme thermal, dynamic and pressure environments
Design integrated product solutions for fluid and electro-mechanical assemblies
Participate in the manufacturing line, being hands on with processes including pressure testing, thermal testing, laser welding and more
Perform thermal, structural, and tolerance analysis for mechanical assemblies using both hand calculations and finite element analysis
Participate in initial mechanical design, 3D modeling, creation of production drawings and maintenance of design data
Conduct failure analysis of components as it relates to thermal, loads, vibration and shock
Interface with machine shops and production teams to ensure final designs can be produced in accordance with overall project goals
Lead design reviews internally and participate in reviews with suppliers and partners
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, systems engineering, or electrical engineering
1+ years of experience with mechanical or electromechanical design and analysis (internships and student project experience qualifies)
Extended hours and weekend work may be required to support critical project and mission milestones
Preferred
Self-motivated with strong organizational, written, and oral communication skills
Experience with CAD and FEA software packages
Proficient and frequent use of hand calculations, finite element analyses (FEA), and computer-aided designs (CAD)
Exposure to high volume production designs with a focus on design for manufacturability
Exposure to designing for high vibration environments and high pressure environments
Demonstrated understanding of structural analysis and failure modes
Working knowledge of thermal and structural FEA studies
Experience with fatigue and thermal testing of electro-mechanical assemblies
Solid understanding and application of GD&T
Experience working with PCB designers and exposure to PCB layout
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 which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law
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
Recent News
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