Avionics Design Engineer Harness
Avionics Design Engineer Harness
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Job Description
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 ofenabling human life on Mars.
AVIONICS DESIGN ENGINEER (HARNESS)
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop the electromechanical design of wire harnesses within our family of Starlink vehicles
- Develop harness design solutions within a 3D NX CAD environment and manage technical trade studies to meet stakeholder objectives as well as adhere to internal design standards and requirements
- Generate electrical schematics to support both flight and qualification designs
- Own vehiclelevel harnessing mechanical assemblies and drive to closure all systems integration trades related to those assemblies
- Perform analysis and physical testing (both mechanical and electrical) of harnessing with respect to thermal loads vibration and shock to ensure full qualification for flight
- Document and communicate the design analysis and testing results thoroughly and clearly via design reviews
- Create and release on schedule appropriate harnessing manufacturing documentation and drawings
- Interface with harness production and integration teams to ensure final harness designs can be produced and installed on schedule in accordance with overall project goals
- Perform R&D investigations and trade studies to push wire harness design to new boundaries in terms of mass and cost savings
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelors degree in an engineering discipline
- Experience with CAD and FEA software packages
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Proficiency with Siemens NX and Teamcenter
- Experience with wire harness 3D design wire harness installation drawings and formboard creation wiring diagrams 3D modeling of complex toplevel assemblies 3D modeling and analysis of avionics enclosures and secondary structure
- 1 years of handson project experience with complex mechanical systems preferably as a team lead (including internships)
- Strong teamwork skills with a proven ability to effectively interact and collaborate with other engineering disciplines and excellent attention to detail
- Demonstrated understanding of structural analysis and failure modes of complex mechanical systems
- Prior ownership of a complex component or assembly from initial design through highvolume production ramp
- Selfmotivated with strong organizational written and oral communication skills
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to work long hours and weekends as necessary to support critical milestones
- Willing to travel up to 30 of the time
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay range:
Avionics Design Engineer/Level I: $95000.00 $115000.00/per year
Avionics Design Engineer/Level II: $110000.00 $130000.00/per year
Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a casebycase basis and may vary based on the following considerations: jobrelated knowledge and skills education and experience.
Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for longterm incentives in the form of company stock stock options or longterm cash awards as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical vision and dental coverage access to a 401(k) retirement plan short and longterm disability insurance life insurance paid parental leave and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
- To conform to U.S. Government export regulations applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident (aka green card holder) (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157 or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158 or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race color religion gender national origin/ethnicity veteran status disability status age sexual orientation gender identity marital status mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceXs Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to.
Employment Type
Full Time
