Hardware Test Engineer, Components

7 days ago


Hawthorne, California, United States SpaceX Full time

Job Summary

The Components Test Organization at SpaceX is seeking a skilled Hardware Test Engineer to join our team. As a Hardware Test Engineer, you will be responsible for providing testing expertise to develop flight hardware for Falcon Launch Systems, Dragon Spacecraft Systems, Starship Launch and Spacecraft Systems, and Starlink Telecommunications Satellites.

Responsibilities

  • Fill the role of instrumentation and test expert on the flight hardware development team
  • Develop the detailed test plans and campaigns required to validate the flight hardware
  • Assist with anomaly/failure investigations
  • Develop requirements for new test systems needed to test and validate flight hardware
  • Work with a cross-discipline team including electrical, mechanical, and software engineers to conceptualize and develop new test systems required to test and validate flight hardware
  • Train personnel on the required processes and operations of complex test systems
  • Ensure all testing is being conducted in compliance with all safety protocols, at all times

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline
  • 1+ years of experience working on mechanical, fluid, or electrical systems (internships and project teams qualify)

Preferred Skills and Experience

  • Familiarity with mechanical, fluid, and/or electrical engineering concepts
  • Experience in a test focused role
  • Experience in a product ownership role
  • Experience working with mechanical, fluid, and electrical measurement devices
  • Experience working with complex mechanical and/or electrical systems and the ability to read drawings and system schematics
  • Mathematical, computer, problem solving and decision-making skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

Additional Requirements

  • Able to work flexible hours and occasional weekend support as needed
  • Able to stoop, bend, crawl, and maneuver in tight spaces as needed

Compensation and Benefits

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 & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks.

You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays 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.

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.



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