Propulsion Engineer, Valves (Raptor Components)

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 ENGINEER VALVES (RAPTOR COMPONENTS)

The Raptor Components team conceptualizes models drafts and supports mechanical and electro-mechanical control assemblies that run the Raptor engine. On this team you will design and ensure success of these assemblies by combining fundamental fluid mechanical and electrical design elements into highly capable and integrated packages enabling streamlined manufacturing and engine design analyze build test and fly components for simplicity manufacturability and reliability in extreme thermal pressure and vibe environments. You will own the relationship between your hardware and suppliers customers and test teams while spearheading your own projects. You will provide input into vehicle architecture trades and take a lead role in design and flight readiness on Starship the vehicle that will transform Earth orbit operations normalize space technology and make humanity multi-planetary.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Generate and improve CAD engineering drawings analysis component specifications and risk assessments to maximize vehicle reliability.
• Spearhead root cause investigations that arise in development production test integration and launch implementing corrective actions proactively seeking out hardware issues and implementing solutions early.
• Develop state-of-the-art manufacturable 99.99% reliable flow control devices. Question requirements delete parts and processes simplify/optimize accelerate and automate component deliveries.
• Safely implement thorough component testing and checkouts across multiple build test and launch sites.
• Set the standard for rigorous component design and qualification testing increasing scrutiny as the vehicle program matures in pursuit of commercial and crewed orbital missions.
• Partner with supply chain manufacturing testing and flight teams to achieve SpaceXs most reliable highest rate components striving for high factory yield and automotive volume/cost.
• Coordinate team of peers through informal leadership and self-directed program organization to achieve goals. Assign clear responsibilities motivating and holding teammates accountable for execution.
• Be chief engineer collaborating with peer/engine/vehicle teams to arrive at the simplest solution for the program goals. Inform system-level architecture with component capabilities and vulnerabilities in mind to minimize cost of payload to orbit.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree in engineering discipline or physics
• 1 years of experience designing and analyzing mechanical systems via professional work experience project/research-based student experience or a combination of both

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills enthusiasm for problem solving and desire to optimize modern rocket production and launch processes
• Strong leadership project management skills and experience and effective communication of technical concepts across multi-disciplinary teams
• Masters degree or 1 years of professional experience in mechanical or aerospace engineering
• Experience designing building testing and troubleshooting mechanical systems
• Understanding of fundamental principles in fluid systems solid mechanics and/or electrical systems
• 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

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• 10% travel in support of hardware testing and launch operations
• Willingness to work extended hours and weekends as needed

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:
Propulsion Engineer/Level I: $100000.00 - $115000.00/per year
Propulsion Engineer/Level II: $110000.00 - $135000.00/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 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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