Launch Engineer, Spacecraft Integration (Payloads)

Space Exploration Technologies • Lompoc, CA

69d • $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 position is for a Launch Engineer in Spacecraft Integration focusing on payloads.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline
• 1+ years of experience with multi-disciplinary system assemblies (past work experience, internships, team/personal projects with aerospace vehicles/payloads, automotive, aircraft, or marine assemblies qualify)

Nice To Haves

• 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
• Strong written and oral communication skills, a meticulous attention to detail, an emphasis on safety, cleanliness, adherence to corporate policies and standards, a great attitude, and the ability to work with a team
• Experience in writing test plans and test procedures
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, autonomously driven, and demanding start-up atmosphere
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
• Ability to work well in a team environment. Able to work well with a wide range of people across multiple organizations, including mission management, customers, and vendors
• Professional experience testing and operating with or around hazardous systems (high pressure, high energy, hazardous gases/fluids, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support to the following efforts: Starlink satellite integration, and customer payload integration
• Develop and execute procedures for the integration and checkout of Starlink satellites, commercial/government spacecraft integration, and ground support equipment part maintenance
• Closely collaborate with engineering staff and highly skilled technicians on a daily basis
• Manage and track multiple priorities while maintaining a focus towards common project goals
• Manage the driving of non-conformances into actionable items and system improvements reflected in work instructions

Benefits

• Base salary range for Launch Engineer/Level I: $95,000.00 - $115,000.00/per year
• Base salary range for Launch Engineer/Level II: $110,000.00 - $130,000.00/per year
• Eligibility for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards
• Potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
• Access to a 401(k) retirement plan
• Short & long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Accrual of 3 weeks of paid vacation & eligibility for 10 or more paid holidays per year
• Paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy

What This Job Offers

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