Propulsion Development Engineer Raptor Flight

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.

PROPULSION DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER (RAPTOR FLIGHT)

The Propulsion Development Engineer role is responsible for taking hardware from concept through to flight (and reflight) operations and everything in between. Pursue all processes necessary to effectively and safely prepare and fly worldchanging launch vehicles. Work with brilliant passionate engineers to rapidly develop methods to achieve airlinelike operations for the highest performing rocket engines in the world.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform design analysis development engineering and flight operations tasks for Raptor engine propulsion systems
• Align resources to accomplish key objectives; assign clear accountability for important objectives and set the performance bar at a high standard of excellence
• Enable high launch cadence with unparalleled reliability through automated analysis of test and flight data; expand existing capabilities and develop new algorithms to improve reliability and thoroughness of all flight processes
• Collaborate with engineers and technicians from most engineering disciplines including stage propulsion structure launch testing production ground software avionics guidance and control mission management flight reliability etc. to achieve successful and reliable engine performance in flight and during ground testing and to continuously refine the designs and practices for increased reliability and reduced costs
• Support live test and flight operations in the role of primary console operator
• Exercise riskconscious decisionmaking skills under high pressure across multidisciplinary systems
• Support vehiclelevel readiness and data reviews for the engine system
• Represent engine system in role of a responsible engineer to the rest of the vehicle ground customer and administrative disciplines
• Develop test plans and analyze test results in support of test and flight operations
• Execute walkdowns and support hardware troubleshooting in the field
• Implement and maintain rigorous hardware and software verification processes through practical application of automation and process controls
• Fully own critical spaceflight hardware with profound responsibility
• Balance competing priorities and several dynamic projects simultaneously while assessing level of depth/accuracy needed for each task
• Push tasks to complete closure with a burning sense of urgency and extreme ownership
• Pivot and adapt quickly to changes in direction schedule priority and/or level of depth as needed to stay aligned with programs shifting needs
• Operate in highstress environment with grit and endurance

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree in an engineering discipline
• 1 years of experience with pressurized fluid systems
• 1 years of experience in hardware design manufacture assembly test and/or flight

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Understanding of engineering fundamentals and the ability to perform basic analysis
• Demonstrable proficiency in the basic principles of compressible/incompressible flow thermodynamics and materials
• Experience developing hardware from concept to working prototypes and refining the designs and operations to achieve robustness and autonomy
• Experience with engineering programming tools (Python MATLAB or similar)
• Liquid engine development experience or experience working with pressurized fluid components such as valves and pneumatic systems
• Experience operating in a rapidly growing changing and technical environment
• Ability to act and execute in a spy and entrepreneurial manner
• Familiarity with Starship engine and propulsion systems
• Familiarity with basic concepts of control systems

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Willing to travel between CA and TX in support of test and flight operations and hardware development up to 10
• Willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:

Level I: $95000.00 $115000.00/per year

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.

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