Sr HVAC Engineer Critical Infrastructure
Sr HVAC Engineer Critical Infrastructure
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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.
SR. HVAC ENGINEER (CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE)
As a member of the construction and infrastructure team you will design build and activate some of the worlds most technically advanced manufacturing facilities. You will be the subject matter expert on all compressed air piping dust collection and other critical fluid systems at HQ. You will have the opportunity to utilize your knowledge experience and creativity to develop novel solutions at the cutting edge of space technology. This role involves design analysis testing and manufacturing of fluids system elements. You will work with other construction engineers architects and internal customers to support these goals and have the opportunity to drive real global impact ultimately leading to making life multiplanetary. The position is based in Hawthorne CA.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Responsible for owning and being the subject matter expert on fluid/HVAC components across campus compressors heat exchangers pumps valves and dust collection systems.
- Perform CAD modeling and design of these systems.
- Perform fluid analyses for pressure balance component design allowable and consumables determination.
- Work with interdisciplinary customers to ensure the component will meet the requirements of production avionics GNC mission operations and other SpaceX programs.
- Ensure designs are manufacturable and reliable; work with the production team to ensure a smooth transition to a reliable manufacturing process that has minimal design engineering sustainment engineering required.
- Material selection sizing and procurement support.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelors degree in an engineering discipline.
- 5 years of professional experience working with various fluids components such as valves pumps COPVs compressors heat exchangers pressure transducers or temperature sensors.
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Masters degree in an engineering discipline.
- Handson experience with fluid (liquid and/or gas) handling systems.
- Experience using data acquisition equipment as well as test instrumentation and control components: pressure transducers thermocouples resistance temperature detectors relays.
- Experience with HVAC systems and air ducting.
- Experienced in NX or other CAD packages with a solid understanding and application of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) per ASME Y14.51994 and tolerance stackup analysis.
- Experience with structural analysis methods in order to optimize hardware to strength requirements as well as to evaluate for life and fracture.
- Experience with pressurized structures and/or lightweight aerospace structures.
- Ability to work independently.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Willing to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay range:
Sr. HVAC Engineer: $125000.00 $175000.00/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. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual carryover and use requirements of the law.
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.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full Time
