SpaceX · 6 hours ago
Mechanical Engineer (Raptor Combustion Devices)
Hawthorne, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$95K/yr - $115K/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. As a Mechanical Engineer, you will be the owner and responsible engineer for critical Combustion Devices hardware, overseeing design, analysis, development, testing, and production.
AerospaceManufacturingSpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Ownership of Raptor Combustion Devices hardware, including overall responsibility for all aspects of design, analysis, delivery at target production rates, development, and flight
Lead new and ongoing design and process improvements for current and future Raptor concepts
Lead the resolution of issues or anomalies encountered during manufacturing, testing, or flight of your part
Generate accurate, precise, and thoughtfully dimensioned CAD models and drawings, with a keen awareness of design for manufacturing/assembly (DFMA)
Perform and/or review detailed structural, thermal, and fluid analyses on all aspects of your hardware, and confirm that they meet requirements for Raptor life, performance, and reliability
Support ongoing design, manufacturing, and reliability improvements to your part, and ensure changes and new designs are properly analyzed and qualified
Support Raptor engine test teams throughout development and acceptance engine testing
Collaborate with engineers and technicians across a range of disciplines including design, analysis, production, development, test, launch, and reliability to develop hardware that meets high-level engine and vehicle objectives
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline, or physics
1+ years of professional experience related to the development of propulsion technologies (extracurricular and internship experience qualifies)
Willingness to travel up to 10% in support of hardware testing and launch operations
Willingness to work extended hours and weekends as needed to resolve critical technical issues
Preferred
Master's degree in mechanical, aerospace, or materials engineering, or physics
2+ years of academic or professional experience related to mechanical design or analysis of complex systems
Professional experience using Siemens NX (Unigraphics) and GD&T
Strong understanding of thermodynamics, heat transfer, structures, and metallic material science
Full engineering lifecycle experience (design trade, CAD design, prototyping, manufacturing, testing, qualification, production, reuse)
Basic understanding of structural analysis techniques and first-principles
Hands-on experience with rocket engines/motors, automotive engine design, dynamic or complex static fluid systems
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Experience with manufacturing processes such as CNC mill/lathe, welding, castings, additive, etc. Proficient with the fundamentals of Design for Manufacturing/Assembly (DFMA)
Experience with finite element analysis software pre/post-processing (ANSYS preferred)
Ability to deliver against an aggressive schedule, without sacrificing safety or reliability
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 which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law
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
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CFO
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