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SpaceX · 3 days ago

Launch Engineer, Falcon Engineering

Vandenberg, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$95K/yr - $115K/yr

1+ years exp

SpaceX is a company focused on developing technologies for human exploration of space. They are seeking a Launch Engineer for the Falcon Engineering team, responsible for processing Falcon 9 flight vehicles, leading assembly and integration efforts, and ensuring flight readiness through collaboration and problem-solving.

Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Process Falcon 9 flight vehicles in the pursuit of rapid and reliable rocket re-use, integration and launch

Develop and execute procedures for the checkout and integration of new and flight proven rockets and ground support equipment

Assist with and lead hands-on assembly, integration, and testing of new and flight-proven vehicle assemblies

Lead critical on-site operations while collaborating with engineering staff from other departments and SpaceX locations to resolve off-nominal test results and ensure flight readiness

Partner with, and provide direction to highly skilled field technicians on a daily basis

Design and develop tools and hardware to enable vehicle assembly and conduct vehicle system testing

Identify high-risk processes and problems during flight hardware processing, and proactively implement improvements to ensure operational excellence

Lead and facilitate root cause and corrective action investigations to ensure that issues related to product reliability and quality that cause downstream disruption are corrected

Rapidly develop and refine manufacturing assembly procedures based on lessons learned

Manage work orders and the driving of non-conformances into actionable items and system improvements

Qualification

Mechanical systemsElectrical systemsFluid systemsIntegration of systemsTest plansProceduresComposite structure designData acquisitionHazardous systems experienceCommunication skillsLeadership skillsFast-paced environment adaptability

Required

Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline

1+ years of hands-on experience with mechanical, electrical and/or fluid systems in the design, manufacturing, or implementation phases (class projects and/or internship experience qualifies)

Ability to pass Air Force background check for Vandenberg Air Force Base

Physical effort including standing, lifting and carrying moderately heavy materials or equipment (15 to 35 lbs.)

Overall mental fitness with the ability to work in a high-concentration, high-stress environment requiring prolonged mental concentration (under possible extended work hours)

Ability to be flexible on shifts

Occasional travel may be required

Preferred

Advanced degree in one of the following engineering disciplines: mechatronics, mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, or computer engineering

3+ years of professional experience designing, building, integrating, and testing complex multi-disciplinary systems

Experience writing test plans and test procedures

Experience working on projects that involve the integration of electrical, mechanical, and software systems (launch vehicle and/or spacecraft experience is not required)

Proficient in or hands-on experience with one or more of the following: launch vehicle or spacecraft integration; composite structure design or testing; test operations with gases/fluids; data acquisition setup and field measurements

Professional experience testing and operating with or around hazardous systems (high pressure, high energy, hazardous gases/fluids, etc.)

Professional experience working with large assembly moves (e.g. crane operations)

Flight hardware avionics experience

Ability to communicate clearly and accurately with a wide range of people

Ability to work in a fast-paced, autonomously driven, and demanding start-up atmosphere

Ability to learn, lead others, and help others learn while maintaining productivity

Advanced degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, mechatronics, mechanical engineering, and/or aerospace engineering