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Propulsion Systems Engineer

2 months ago


Hawthorne, California, United States SpaceX Full time
Job Title: Propulsion Engineer

At SpaceX, we're pushing the boundaries of space exploration and development. As a Propulsion Engineer, you'll play a critical role in designing and developing the fluid systems that will enable our crewed spacecraft to travel to the Moon, Mars, and beyond.

Responsibilities:
  • Perform fluids system sizing analysis to determine basic system requirements
  • Transform system requirements into hardware concepts and trade implementation and architecture options
  • Design a range of pressurized and unpressurized structures and parts to enable system capability, creating original CAD models and prints
  • Perform hand calculations and structural analysis of components to ensure survivability
  • Drive the first builds of flight hardware and work with a manufacturing team to establish a production line
  • Coordinate and execute development, qualification, and acceptance testing of flight hardware
  • Lead design reviews internally and with suppliers and customers (e.g. NASA)
  • Exemplify technical excellence and be accountable for your work
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's or advanced degree in an engineering discipline
  • Hands-on project experience with fluid and mechanical systems
  • 1+ years of mechanical or fluids design, analysis, or build experience (student project team and internship experience qualifies)
Preferred Skills and Experience:
  • 3+ years of professional experience in the field of aerospace/mechanical engineering
  • Experience with fluid dynamics, finite element, or related computer-based modeling
  • Experience with pressurized components (valves, regulators, tubes, pipes, etc.)
  • Experience with selection of materials considering engineering properties, manufacturing, and fluid compatibility
  • Experience with finite element analysis (FEA) software packages and CAD packages
  • Technical knowledge of human spacecraft systems and operations
  • Leadership experience on an engineering or project team
Additional Requirements:
  • Ability to work extended hours and weekends as necessary
  • Schedule varies depending on site operational needs; flexibility required
  • Ability to travel to remote sites in Texas and Florida
  • Ability to pass Air Force background checks for Cape Canaveral
Compensation and Benefits:

At SpaceX, we offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including long-term incentives, 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.

Pay range: Propulsion Engineer/Level 1: $95,000.00-$115,000.00 per year, Propulsion Engineer/Level 2: $110,000.00-$130,000.00 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.