Mechanisms Engineer

1 month ago

Hawthorne, California, United States SpaceX Full time
Job Title: Sr. Mechanisms Engineer

At SpaceX, we're pushing the boundaries of space exploration and development. As a Sr. Mechanisms Engineer, you'll play a critical role in designing, analyzing, and validating mechanical systems for our Starship and Super Heavy vehicles.

Responsibilities:
  • Drive design and development of mechanical systems across the vehicles
  • Partner with peer design owners to deliver integrated systems optimized for packaging, build, and operations
  • Conduct design reviews with stakeholders and customers
  • Manage on-site integration teams and implement integration feedback into the design
  • Diagnose and operate vehicle mechanisms during ground testing and flight
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline
  • 5+ years of experience analyzing, designing, building, or testing mechanical systems
  • Master's degree in an engineering discipline (preferred)
  • Experience building hardware or a passion for contributing to a work product that operates in the real world
  • Demonstrated rapid growth and ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
  • Understanding of design considerations including design for rapid manufacturability, design of tests, weld joint and allowable development, corrosion resistance, and inspection techniques
  • Ability to work in a collaborative team environment with engineers, technicians, and leaders
Additional Requirements:
  • Able to respond to emergencies to support priority projects, missions, and launches
  • Available to work extended hours and weekends as needed; flexibility is required
  • Able to work in extreme outdoor environments when needed – heat, cold, wind, rain, etc.
  • Able to work in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
  • Working conditions may be in tight quarters and physical dexterity is required
  • Able to lift heavy objects up to 25 lbs. unassisted
  • Ability to work on ladders, lifts, and at elevated heights (up to 300 feet) with proper PPE
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 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.

Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.

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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