SpaceX · 2 weeks ago
Integration & Test Engineer (Dragon)
Hawthorne, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$95K/yr - $130K/yr
1+ 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 Integration and Test Engineer will be responsible for understanding every system on the Dragon 2 spacecraft and ensuring successful interfaces with the International Space Station, tackling challenges across various work centers.
Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Design high-level vehicle assembly architecture
Manage vehicle 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 mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or other engineering discipline
1+ years of engineering experience in manufacturing, design, test, or development (internship and project team experience is applicable)
Some travel to our launch sites may be required as needed, up to 5%
Ability to pass Air Force background checks for Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg
Intermittently able to work longer hours and weekends to support critical needs
This position is very hands-on and requires one to be on their feet for extended periods of time, up to 4 hours at a time
Will often require working on the floor, must be able to climb ladders and be comfortable working in tight spaces
Preferred
Master's degree in an engineering discipline
1+ years of experience with CAD software packages (internship and extracurricular experience is applicable)
Experience with integration and testing of propulsion, thermal, electrical and/or structural 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, comfort with ambiguity
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
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.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$11.78BKey Investors
Korea Investment PartnersIntesa SanpaoloAndreessen Horowitz
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Leadership Team
Bret Johnsen
CFO
Charles Kuehmann
VP Materials Engineering
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