SpaceX-posted 2 months ago
$125,000 - $175,000/Yr
Full-time • Senior
Vandenberg AFB, CA
5,001-10,000 employees

SpaceX is currently seeking an individual to join the Launch Pad Engineering Team at Vandenberg Space Force Base, CA. As a member of the Launch Pad Engineering Team, you will have the opportunity to utilize your multi-disciplinary knowledge, experience, and creativity to develop solutions to launch pad operations with the goal of maximizing efficiency without sacrificing safety or reliability. While preparing the pads for launch, you will be responsible for ensuring all aspects of launch pad ground support equipment have been properly inspected, configured, and tested to support Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy interface requirements. You will be responsible for addressing complex structural and mechanical issues that arise and utilizing engineering intuition as well as thorough calculation to provide engineering disposition for the path forward.

  • Serve as the responsible engineer for multiple launch pad mechanical systems and structures
  • Utilize FEM software (e.g. ANSYS, FEMAP) and rigorous hand calculations to facilitate design and issue disposition
  • Work with, and direct, a skilled technician workforce to carry out troubleshooting, maintenance activities, upgrades, and operational procedures
  • Contribute to the development and improvement of the functional automation relating to the systems for which you are responsible
  • Identify and implement upgrades to launch pad hardware, software, and procedures – drive continuous improvement in these areas by interfacing regularly with various teams across SpaceX
  • Develop and perform post launch data review for your respective system(s), both automated and manual
  • Serve as the lead engineer for the pads during refurbishment and launch operations. In this role, you will be responsible for real-time troubleshooting and resolution of issues
  • Represent SpaceX by presenting certification packages and engineering data to U.S. government agencies including NASA, US Air Force and others
  • Utilize a high-end CAD software design package (NX) to facilitate design and engineering drawing creation as well as issue disposition
  • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, physics, computer science, or other engineering discipline
  • 5+ years of experience working with electro-mechanical hardware
  • Experience testing and operating with or around hazardous systems (high pressure, high energy, hazardous gases & fluids, etc.)
  • Familiarity with instrumentation and control components (pressure transducers, thermocouples, RTDs, strain gauges, accelerometers, flow meters, load cells, relays, solenoid, pneumatic valves)
  • Experience using SOLIDWORKS, Siemens NX, or similar CAD software
  • Experience using ANSYS, FEMAP or similar finite element analysis software
  • Experience using python or other programming languages for data review and analysis
  • Experience using and troubleshooting control systems for remote operations and instrumentation feedback
  • Knowledge of engineering standards and best practices such as ASME B31.3, ASME BPV Code Section VIII, and AFSPCMAN 91-710
  • Experience reviewing data from anomalies and identifying root cause
  • Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure, fast paced environment
  • Strong communication and presentation skills
  • Strong work ethic and drive to for constant improvement balanced with the ability to work effectively in a team environment
  • Pay range: $125,000.00 - $175,000.00/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
  • 3 weeks of paid vacation
  • 10 or more paid holidays per year
  • Paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy
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