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SpaceX · 1 week ago

Integration & Test Engineer (Composites Test)

Hawthorne, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$95K/yr - $115K/yr

1+ years exp

SpaceX is actively developing technologies to enable human life on Mars. The Integration & Test Engineer will be responsible for developing test stands and equipment, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring efficient manufacturing processes.

Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Create test stand, equipment, and process concepts

Create fabrication drawings, wiring schematics, and instrumentation lists

Design and analyze structures, fluid systems, and mechanisms

Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team (design, build, and reliability engineers) to ensure new designs are streamlined for efficient manufacturing

Supervise the integration of test stands and equipment 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)

Develop manufacturing processes, and write detailed technical instructions to ensure hardware follows highest possible processing standards

Refine existing hardware and procedures for existing products based on lessons learned and product changes

Collaborate with highly skilled technicians to evaluate and resolve non-conformances by creating actionable items that systematically improve reliability and eliminate root causes

Manage several priorities and projects at the same time

Qualification

Finite Element Analysis (FEA)Geometric Dimensioning & TolerancingCAD software proficiencyData acquisitionControlsBasic programming skillsDocumentation managementHands-on design experienceEngineering intuitionCritical thinkingCollaboration skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline

1+ years of experience as a test or manufacturing engineer

Some travel to our launch sites or customer facilities (both internationally and domestic) may be required as needed, up to 25%

Ability to pass Air Force background checks for Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg

Must be willing to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed

This position is very hands-on and will often work side by side with our technicians. Must be comfortable with standing, stooping, bending and working in tight areas with little room