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SpaceX · 4 hours ago

Mechanisms Test Engineer

Hawthorne, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$95K/yr - $130K/yr

1+ years exp

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.

Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

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