SpaceX · 2 weeks ago
Mechanical Engineer, Machine Design (Starship)
Texas, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expSpaceX is actively developing technologies to enable human life on Mars. As a Mechanical Engineer in the Machine Design team, you will design and build critical production assets for the Starship launch vehicle, collaborating with a team of elite engineers across various disciplines.
AerospaceManufacturingSpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Design, build, and activate custom machinery and infrastructure to enable the production and handling of Starship launch vehicles
Develop the Starfactory of the future to enable rapid build, test, and operation of our transport architectures
Collaborate with vehicle engineers to influence vehicle design and manufacturing processes to maximize production rate
Use your technical knowledge to execute on structural sizing, mechanism design, hardware fabrication, and activation testing to deliver results on projects
Create detailed models and engineering prints in NX
Perform engineering hand calculations and analysis to size structures and mechanisms
Create manufacturing planning for scope performed by internal welding and toolmaking teams
Support machine activation with controls engineering team and perform development testing with production engineering team
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline
Experience using a CAD software design package (e.g. Solidworks, NX, CATIA, or ProE)
1+ years of total experience in one or more of the following: involvement with an outside of the classroom project designing and building mechanical structures; academic research on mechanical structures; professional experience designing and analyzing mechanical structures
Ability to pass Air Force background check for Cape Canaveral
Willing to travel to other SpaceX locations as necessary
Work schedule may vary depending on site operational needs, and flexibility is required
Lifting, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position
Stand: Up to 6 hours per day
Sit: Up to 3 hours per day
Push/Pull: Up to 50lbs. (unassisted) 1 to 2 hours per day
Overhead reach: Up to 1 hour per day
Walk: Up to 3 hours per day
Lift/Carry: Up to 25lbs. (unassisted) 1 to 2 hours per day
Climb (ladder/stairs): up to 3 hours per day
Kneel/Crouch: up to 3 hours per day
Upper body twist: Up to 3 hours per day
Ability to work in temperatures over 80 degrees: up to 3 hours per day
Candidate must be capable of safely working at heights (up to 500ft), in confined spaces, using an air purifying respirator, and performing the physical requirements of the job listed in the job description
Candidate may be required to complete a pre-employment questionnaire and/or physical to confirm these capabilities, which may include a medical history review
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State
Preferred
Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Ability to work in a collaborative team environment, including daily interactions with engineers, technicians, suppliers, and leadership
Experience working in a production facility with equipment and machinery
Experience managing large CAD assembly models and drawings
Experience with finite element analysis
Experience designing and fabricating mass efficient welded structures
Experience designing and testing mechanisms
Strong understanding and application of GD&T
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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Elon Musk
Founder, CEO & CTO
Bret Johnsen
CFO
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