Tooling Design & Automation Engineer (Starlink)
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Job Location:
Hawthorne, NV - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 110000 - 130000
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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.
TOOLING DESIGN AND AUTOMATION ENGINEER (STARLINK)
At SpaceX were leveraging our experience in building rockets and spacecraft to deploy Starlink the worlds most advanced broadband internet system. Starlink is the worlds largest satellite constellation and is providing fast reliable internet to millions of users worldwide. We design build test and operate all parts of the system thousands of satellites consumer receivers that allow users to connect within minutes of unboxing and the software that brings it all together. Weve only begun to scratch the surface of Starlinks potential global impact and are looking for best-in-class engineers to help maximize Starlinks utility for communities and businesses around the globe.
One key component of SpaceXs success so far is our commitment to keeping all engineering and production in-house which enables a tight feedback loop nimble decision making and speedy deliverables. Tooling Design and Automation Engineers at our Hawthorne site are hyper-focused on designing and developing full factory solutions for consumer electronics in the tens of millions that are both technically sophisticated and easy to use. As a member of this team you will lead creative multi-disciplinary projects spanning machine design robotics motion systems and factory health monitoring that all come together to form the innovative high-rate factories that allow us to deliver internet to those that need it most.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Design develop and manage factory design projects - this includes initial factory ideation cradle-to-grave machine ownership proof of rate capability and eventual hand-off to operational teams
- Develop design criteria collaborate on requirements and drive system-level optimization for in-house machine design with focus on speed reliability maintainability and safety
- Refine the production system to create high-rate high-yield and reliable processes
- Keep our factory safe and reliable by implementing ANSI/RIA15.06/OSHA compliant systems for robots gantries conveyors and other manufacturing equipment
- Stay organized by creating schedules and budgets and then motivate the team to achieve them
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelors degree in an engineering physics or science discipline
- Experience with CAD and FEA software packages
- 1 years of experience with mechanical/electromechanical design analysis testing and/or manufacturing (internship experience is applicable)
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- 2 years of professional experience in mechanical design and analysis
- 2 years of hands-on project experience with complex mechanical systems preferably as a team lead
- Proficient in 3D CAD and product lifecycle management programs to generate detailed designs and drawing packages utilizing geometric dimensioning and tolerancing preferably Siemens NX and Teamcenter
- Proven ability to solve complex problems with simple solutions in both design and implementation stages
- Exposure to motion system sizing and implementation including gantries robotics conveyance motors actuators pneumatics/hydraulics sensor selection integration safety keep-outs etc.
- Exposure to some variety of production machinery industrial sensors and equipment including motion systems dispense systems temperature controllers laser distance sensors injection molders die casters etc.
- Excited by a quick and iterative design and manufacturing role
- Willing to learn how to design electrical systems compliant to NEC NFPA & UL508A regulations
- Willing to learn how to architect write and debug PLC code
- Willing to learn how to generate aesthetically simple HMI screens to make complex machines easy to understand operate and troubleshoot
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to work long hours and weekends as necessary to support critical milestones
- Willing to travel a minimum of 10% of the time and up to 50% of the time to support business needs
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay range:
Mechanical Engineer/Level 1: $95000.00 - $115000.00/per year
Mechanical Engineer/Level 2: $110000.00 - $130000.00/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.
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:
IC
Key Skills
- Continuous Integration
- APIs
- Automotive software
- Test Cases
- Electrical Engineering
- Junit
- Distributed Control Systems
- Testng
- Java
- Test Automation
- Programmable Logic Controllers
- Selenium
About Company
SpaceX designs, manufactures and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft. The company was founded in 2002 to revolutionize space technology, with the ultimate goal of enabling people to live on other planets.
