SpaceX · 7 hours ago
Propulsion Engineer (Falcon Components)
Hawthorne, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid 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 Propulsion Engineer will be responsible for the success or failure of electromechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic valves and actuators critical to the Falcon vehicle's capabilities, ensuring maximum reliability in extreme environments.
AerospaceManufacturingSpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Question the status quo and existing requirements; develop solutions to technical problems; implement design or test upgrades to improve reliability or reuse
Perform hands-on testing and lead root cause investigations for component and flight anomalies
Urgently troubleshoot critical issues at test/launch sites
Plan and execute component flight qualification test plans (e.g., vibration, shock, thermal cycle, life cycle, burst, etc.)
Identify flight risks, develop mitigations, and implement solutions to ensure mission success
Design and analyze new fluid components for Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy vehicles
Generate detailed drawings, specifications, and coordinate component manufacturing with SpaceX internal and external production groups
Work closely with partner teams all across SpaceX, from launch site to supply chain
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline or physics
1+ years of experience designing and analyzing mechanical/fluid systems via professional work experience, project/research-based student experience, or a combination of both
Experience with CAD or FEA software packages (can be in a professional, academic, entrepreneurial, or hobby setting)
Must be able to work long hours and weekends as needed
Travel to vendors and other SpaceX sites as needed
Preferred
Demonstrated ability to own hardware or systems within an integrated engineering team outside a classroom setting (FSAE, Engineers without Borders, Design-Build-Fly, NASA student launch, personal entrepreneurial ventures, etc.)
Experience with and knowledge of mechanisms, fluid control components, and test instrumentation (valves, regulators, actuators, drivetrains, pumps, engines, pressure transducers, thermocouples, resistance temperature detectors, etc.)
Hands-on experience with pressurized fluid and/or gas handling systems
Excellent written and communication skills, organized with meticulous attention to detail
Analytical/scientific programming experience (Python, Matlab, Excel, etc.)
Master's degree or 1+ years of professional experience in mechanical or aerospace engineering
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
2026-01-01Undisclosed
2025-12-12Secondary Market
2025-09-10Secondary Market
Leadership Team
Elon Musk
Founder, CEO & CTO
Bret Johnsen
CFO
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