Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer (Raptor Avionics)

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. Mechanical Design Engineer (RAPTOR AVIONICS)

The Raptor Avionics team is responsible for the design manufacturing and test of all avionics devices installed on Raptor engines. This role will be on a highly interdisciplinary team of engineers developing tightly integrated and application-specific hardware that provides advanced control and diagnostic capabilities to the engine.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop test and qualify avionics hardware and sensors used on Raptor
• Collect and document requirements to communicate to stakeholders through data sheets instruction manuals and other product documentation
• Coordinate execute and document acceptance qualification and development testing of avionics hardware
• Interface with vendors and internal production teams to support new product introduction & sustaining engineering
• Participate in and prepare design reviews
• Investigate failures document findings and drive corrective actions

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree in engineering discipline
• 5 years of experience in Mechanical Design & Analysis

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Masters degree in mechanical engineering or other technical field
• Experience NPI product lifecycle and scaling up of production
• Experience with Teamcenter/NX is desired
• Solid understanding in the application of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)
• Hands-on experience with fluid gas mechanical high voltage or test instrumentation and control
• Knowledge of electro-mechanical devices gears actuators motors valves regulators or pumps
• Knowledge of Instrumentation pressure sensors temperature sensors etc.
• Experience designing building testing and troubleshooting mechanical systems
• Experience designing and executing qualification testing
• Data analysis experience in Python MATLAB or Minitab
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Extended hours and weekend work may be required to support critical project and mission milestones
• Must be willing to travel < 10%

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:
Propulsion Engineer/Senior: $125000.00 - $175000.00/per year

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related 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 long-term incentives in the form of company stock stock options or long-term 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 long-term 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.

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