SpaceX · 8 hours ago
Mechanical Engineer, Soft Goods Manufacturing
Bloomfield, CT
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$95K/yr - $130K/yr
1+ years expSpaceX is a company dedicated to making space exploration a reality, with a focus on developing technologies for human life on Mars. The Mechanical Engineer for Soft Goods Manufacturing will be responsible for the development and production of critical parachutes and other specialized soft-good components for various SpaceX programs. This role involves close collaboration with production teams, design engineering, and project management to ensure high-quality manufacturing processes.
AerospaceManufacturingSpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Support the shop floor to enable uninterrupted production of high-quality parts through ownership of planning documents and close communication with operators
Execute design for manufacturability changes to enhance production efficiency
Resolve and analyze manufacturing discrepancies while interfacing with the quality team (resolving issues for design, fabrication, and assembly)
Act as the on-site design engineering contact for the efficient build of parts and assemblies
Own the design and development of various soft-good designs (parachutes, slings, protective blankets, closeouts etc.)
Produce drawings of designs in CAD and NX in a rapidly changing environment
Lead design reviews internally and externally with suppliers and customers
Be responsible for program management and project delivery timeline from early design through testing, production, launch, and recovery
Exemplify technical excellence and be accountable for your work
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or physics
1+ years experience with CAD software packages (internship and extracurricular experience is applicable)
1+ years of hands-on experience driving the design and development of mechanical components or systems (internship and project team experience is applicable)
Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed
Ability to travel to remote sites in Texas, Florida, and California as needed
Ability to pass Air Force background checks for Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg
Preferred
Experience working with design, analysis and building of soft-good components
Leadership experience on an engineering or project team
Knowledge of SpaceX tools and systems (warp, NX, issue ticket system) are a plus
Exceptional written and verbal communication with an emphasis on interpersonal and organizational skills
Strong ability to use data and analysis to make fast data driven decisions
Willingness and desire to exemplify extreme ownership of flight critical spacecraft systems
Proactive problem-solving skills such as failure analysis, root cause investigation, and DOE creation
Prior experience in a fast-paced manufacturing setting
Master's degree in an engineering discipline
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
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
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Elon Musk
Founder, CEO & CTO
Bret Johnsen
CFO
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