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SpaceX · 8 hours ago

Mechanisms Test Engineer

SpaceX is a company focused on developing technologies for human life on Mars. They are seeking a Mechanisms Test Engineer to join their Development Test group, where the engineer will design, fabricate, and implement test equipment as well as conduct development tests for new structures, components, and mechanisms.

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Responsibilities

Create test stand concepts, fabrication drawings, wiring schematics, and instrumentation lists
Design and analyze structures, fluid systems, and mechanisms
Supervise the integration of test stands including fabrication, mechanical assembly and data/control systems
Operate test stands with great attention to detail (tests have very little margin for error, so attention to detail is a crucial and essential characteristic of a development test engineer)

Qualification

Mechanical engineering degreeFinite element analysis (FEA)GD&T applicationUnigraphics (NX)Fluid system designHands-on design experienceBasic programming skillsData acquisition experienceProject management

Required

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
1+ years of experience in one or more of the following: Involvement with an extracurricular project team designing and building mechanical structures, Academic research on mechanical structures, Professional experience designing and analyzing mechanical structures
Must be willing to travel as needed, up to 25% to other SpaceX sites
Ability to work at elevated heights occasionally (scissor lifts and articulated boom lifts)
Physical effort including standing, lifting, and carrying equipment up to 25 lbs. unassisted
Ability to work in outdoor environments as needed
Must be available to work extended hours and some weekends

Preferred

Master's degree in mechanical engineering or other engineering discipline
Understanding and proper application of GD&T
Experience with Unigraphics (NX)
Experience performing finite element analysis (FEA)
Experience with large steel and/or aluminum weldment design and analysis
Experience with high pressure (up to 30,000 psi) fluid system design and analysis
Hands-on design and fabrication experience
Basic programming skills (Python, JavaScript, and HTML/CSS preferred)
Data acquisition and controls experience
Demonstrated ability to drive projects to completion

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 leave pursuant to Company policy

Company

SpaceX is an aviation and aerospace company that designs, manufactures, and launches rockets and spacecraft.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$11.78B
Key Investors
Korea Investment PartnersIntesa SanpaoloAndreessen Horowitz
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2025-08-13Secondary Market· $10M

Leadership Team

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Bret Johnsen
CFO
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Charles Kuehmann
VP Materials Engineering
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