Integration & Test Engineer (Fairings)

SpaceX • Vandenberg AFB, CA

77d • $95,000 - $130,000

About The Position

SpaceX 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. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. The Integration & Test Engineer (Fairings) will work on the cutting edge of reusable rocket technology as they develop methods for rapid and reliable processing and re-flight of fairings recovered from the edge of space.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline or physics.
• 1+ years of hands-on experience with mechanical, electrical and/or fluid systems (class projects and/or internship experience qualifies).

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in, or hands-on experience with, one or more of the following: launch vehicle or spacecraft integration; operations in 100,000 class or better clean rooms; test operations with gases/fluids; data acquisition setup and field measurements.
• Experience in writing test plans and test procedures.
• Experience interacting with CAD software and large CAD models.
• Experience working with high pressure systems, crane operations, or large structure test stands.
• Ability to rapidly change roles and responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment.
• Ability to work well in a team environment and ability to communicate clearly and accurately with a wide range of people.
• Problem solving and critical thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop methods for rapid and reliable processing and re-flight of fairings recovered from the edge of space.
• Provide engineering support for fairing refurbishment, testing, and re-flight.
• Develop and execute procedures for the integration and testing of SpaceX fairing flight hardware and ground support equipment to support both customer and Starlink missions.
• Closely collaborate with engineering staff from other departments and highly skilled technicians daily to disposition nonconformances and execute the launch manifest.
• Manage and track multiple priorities while maintaining a focus on executing common program goals, including improving reliability and reducing overall labor hours.

Benefits

• Pay range: Integration & Test Engineer/Level I: $95,000.00 - $115,000.00/per year.
• Integration & Test Engineer/Level II: $110,000.00 - $130,000.00/per year.
• 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.
• Access to a 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.
• Accrual of paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees