SpaceX · 1 month ago
Mechanical Integration & Test Engineer (Starshield)
SpaceX is a company focused on developing technologies for space exploration, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. The Mechanical Integration & Test Engineer will be responsible for understanding satellite systems and ensuring that satellites achieve their mission through integration and testing activities.
Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel
Responsibilities
Manage integration build flow and test operations
Evaluate proposed designs for manufacturability and integration
Interface with both engineers and technicians to optimize manufacturing and automation
Develop and refine manufacturing assembly procedures based on lessons learned
Enable day-to-day execution of the vehicle integration and test flow
Evaluate non-conformances to determine root cause and create actionable items and system improvements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline
1+ years of design and/or hands-on manufacturing experience (internships, collegiate engineering projects such as Formula SAE, Baja SAE, etc., or professional industry experience will be considered)
Preferred
Ability and willingness to obtain a Top Secret clearance
Master's degree in an engineering discipline
Experience with MATLAB, Python, or other programming language
Experience with integration and testing of propulsion, thermal, electrical and/or structural systems
Experience integrating avionics systems
Documentation and configuration management experience
Experience writing test plans, procedures, and providing go/no-go judgment and rationale
Experience in a production environment
Demonstrated engineering intuition, critical thinking, and comfort with ambiguity
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
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
SpaceX is an aviation and aerospace company that designs, manufactures, and launches rockets and spacecraft.
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