SpaceX · 17 hours ago
Fluids Engineer (Starship)
Texas, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expSpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. The Fluids Engineer will be responsible for developing systems from the ground-up using multidisciplinary skills to support the production of the Starship launch system.
AerospaceManufacturingSpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Design, build, and deploy automated / manual fluids systems to support high-rate production vehicle performance validation testing
Design, build, and deploy simple data acquisition and control systems for control and monitoring
Own full integration, validation, and handoff to production of each test system at each deployed production cell
Perform detailed fluids analysis to characterize and troubleshoot expected design performance
Work closely with our in-house build shop to develop and own the scaling of the manufacturing line for your system
Support critical vehicle test campaigns & operations, provide troubleshooting and technical support
Develop and maintain detailed timelines to capture and communicate project progress
Make high-value decisions on the fly, use feedback to continuously iterate and develop both product and process
Support critical vehicle tests & operations, provide troubleshooting and technical support
Develop build, maintenance, and upgrade plans for new and existing equipment to maximize up-time
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, manufacturing engineering, mechanical engineering, or other technical discipline
Hands-on project experience with mechanical/electrical systems
Ability to perform job duties that require standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting upper body, working in cramped positions in small openings and climbing hand over hand
Typically exposed to work in outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain
Schedule varies depending on site operational needs; must be willing to work extended hours and/or weekends as business needs require
Flexibility to travel to other SpaceX sites
Stand: Up to 3 hours per day
Sit: Up to 6 hours per day
Push/Pull: Up to 50lbs. (unassisted) Up to 15 minutes per day
Overhead reach: Up to 3 hours per day
Walk: Up to 3 hours per day
Lift/Carry: Up to 25lbs. (unassisted) Up to 15 minutes per day
Climb (ladder/stairs): Up to 1 hour per day
Ability to work in temperatures over 80 degrees: up to 30 minutes 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
2+ years of manufacturing design experience
2+ years of professional experience in the field of aerospace/mechanical/process engineering
2+ years of experience with GD&T concepts
2+ years of experience with industrial waste/wastewater/chemical processing
2+ years of experience with oil and gas operations or processing
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Experience with mechanical design, including basic structures calculations and design considerations
Experience with Siemens NX and Teamcenter CAD
Experience with fluid system design, build and test
Electrical schematic design experience
Hands-on experience building and commissioning high quality electrical control panels
Experience in fast-paced iterative design and manufacturing environments
Experience solving complex problems with little to no supervision on schedule as an individual or as a member of an integrated team
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
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