SpaceX · 10 hours ago
Mechanical Engineer, Aviation Integration (Starlink)
Woodinville, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$95K/yr - $130K/yr
3+ years expSpaceX is actively developing technologies to enable human life on Mars, including the deployment of Starlink, the world's largest satellite constellation. As a Mechanical Engineer on the Aviation Engineering Team, you will own flight hardware and collaborate closely with senior leadership to ensure successful design and integration of Starlink systems for aircraft installations.
Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develop and drive Starlink integration design packages from site survey through design, substantiation, and qualification
Own Starlink Aviation hardware from conceptual design through production and operation for aircraft installations
Develop design criteria, collaborate on requirements, and drive system-level optimization
Perform analysis on designs including hand calculations, FEA, and CAD in a rapidly changing environment
Rapidly iterate on designs and analysis to inform high level systems trades and steer overall product direction
Lead design reviews and work with FAA designees to certify components and systems
Generate detailed production and integration drawings using GD&T and performing a tolerance stack-up analysis
Drive holistic DFM to create elegant designs with a focus on piece part and process count reductions, error proofing at every step of fabrication and integration, and consistent performance and production metrics
Establish an efficient product lifecycle starting in the supply chain all the way through final integration that balances cost, complexity, and quality; work closely with partner teams to design and realize an efficient in-house production line
Perform environmental and performance testing on hardware to validate analysis and demonstrate compliance to design criteria
Own product delivery timeline through conception, design, assembly, and launch
Demonstrate extreme ownership of product outcomes at every stage of development and production
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Aerospace Engineering
Experience with CAD and FEA (Finite Element Analysis) software
Experience with mechanical/electromechanical design, analysis, testing, and/or manufacturing
Ability to work long hours and weekends as necessary to support critical milestones
25% travel (Domestic and international)
Preferred
Master's degree in engineering or a related technical discipline
3+ years of professional experience in mechanical design and analysis
2+ years of hands-on project experience with complex mechanical systems
Proficient in 3D CAD (NX preferred)
Solid understanding and application of GD&T
Demonstrated understanding of structural analysis and failure modes of complex mechanical systems
Prior ownership of a complex component or assembly from initial design through high-volume production ramp
Self-motivated with strong organizational, written, and oral communication skills
Knowledge of and experience in selecting materials, manufacturing methods, and surface treatments for mechanical components
Proficiency in one or more programming languages
Experience working with PCB designers and exposure to PCB layout and PCBA mechanical design
Experience with design of experiments, statistical process control, and process qualification
Specific expertise applicable to any of the above sub-teams
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
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 time in compliance with state and federal 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
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