Sr. Mechanisms Engineer (Starship)

SpaceX • Hawthorne, CA

267d • $130,000 - $175,000

About The Position

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future with humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one without. Today, SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. The Mechanisms Engineer will be responsible for designing, analyzing, and validating mechanical systems and actuators for Starship and Super Heavy vehicles. These mechanisms are used in various applications, including propellant delivery, actuation of control surfaces, and Raptor thrust vector control. You will be entrusted to improve existing systems while also helping to shape and design the next generation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline
• 5+ years of experience analyzing, designing, building, or testing mechanical systems

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in an engineering discipline
• Experience building hardware or have a passion for contributing to a work product that operates in the real world
• Demonstrated rapid growth with successive positions of increasing responsibility
• Experience using a high-end CAD software design package (e.g. NX, CATIA, Solidworks, etc.)
• Experience designing and validating large metallic structures and or mechanisms
• Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Understanding of design considerations including design for rapid manufacturability, design of tests, weld joint and allowable development, corrosion resistance, and inspection techniques
• Ability to work in a collaborative team environment with engineers, technicians, and leaders

Responsibilities

• Drive design and development of mechanical systems across the vehicles
• Partner with peer design owners such as avionics, power systems, and structures to deliver integrated systems optimized for packaging, build, and operations
• Conduct design reviews with stakeholders and customers
• Manage on-site integration teams and implement integration feedback into the design
• Diagnose and operate vehicle mechanisms during ground testing and flight

Benefits

• Pay range: $130,000.00 - $175,000.00 per year
• Eligibility for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards
• Potential discretionary bonuses
• 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
• Accrual of 3 weeks of paid vacation
• Eligibility for 10 or more paid holidays per year
• 5 days of sick leave per year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree