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SpaceX develops technologies to enable human life on Mars and make humanity interplanetary.

SpaceX, a pioneering space technology company, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer - Reliability for their Dragon program. This role is part of the Build Reliability organization, an inclusive, inter-disciplinary team committed to ensuring the reliability of flight components and production assemblies. The position focuses on supporting structures and thermal protection systems, offering extensive exposure through collaboration with various core groups at SpaceX.

As a Build Reliability Engineer, you'll play a crucial role in guiding hardware from design to production and operation. The position requires a data-driven approach to understand reliability factors and support quality objectives. You'll work closely with design and development teams to enhance manufacturing, testing, and flight reliability. The role demands both detailed technical problem-solving abilities and system-level thinking to prioritize vehicle-wide issues.

The position offers a competitive salary range of $95,000 to $130,000, depending on experience level, along with comprehensive benefits including equity, medical coverage, and 401(k). This is an exceptional opportunity for engineers passionate about space exploration and advancing human capabilities in space technology. The role requires ITAR compliance and offers exposure to cutting-edge aerospace technology while contributing to SpaceX's ultimate mission of enabling human life on Mars.

Working in this role means being part of a dynamic environment that combines office work, factory floor presence, and laboratory activities. The position requires strong collaborative skills and dedication to maintaining the highest standards of quality and reliability in space technology. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who wants to be at the forefront of space exploration while working with advanced manufacturing processes and quality control systems.

SpaceX Mechanical Engineer - Reliability position focusing on Dragon spacecraft components, combining quality control, manufacturing expertise, and space technology innovation.

Mechanical Engineer - Reliability (Dragon)

SpaceX develops technologies for space exploration with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

SpaceX, a pioneering space exploration company, is seeking a Life Support Engineer for their revolutionary Crew Starship program. This role is at the forefront of developing technologies that will enable human missions to the Moon, Mars, and beyond. The position involves creating critical life support and thermal control systems essential for astronaut survival in space.

As a Life Support Engineer, you'll be responsible for designing and developing innovative solutions for environmental control, air distribution, water reclamation, waste management, and fire suppression systems. This challenging role requires a unique blend of technical expertise, creativity, and practical engineering skills to ensure the safety and comfort of future space travelers.

The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering background with experience in fluid systems and mechanical systems. You'll work in a fast-paced environment, leading projects from conception through launch, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate complex systems.

This is an extraordinary opportunity to be part of humanity's next giant leap in space exploration. You'll work with cutting-edge technology, contribute to historic missions, and help establish permanent human presence beyond Earth. The role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to work with some of the industry's brightest minds.

SpaceX provides an inclusive work environment and comprehensive benefits package, including equity opportunities, medical coverage, and retirement plans. Join us in making life multi-planetary and be part of a team that's literally reaching for the stars.

Design and develop life support systems for SpaceX's Crew Starship, enabling human missions to Moon and Mars.

Life Support Engineer (Crew Starship)

SpaceX develops technologies for space exploration, including Starlink satellite internet system, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

SpaceX, a pioneering space technology company, is seeking a Product Design Engineer for their Starlink consumer hardware team in Austin. This role combines innovative mechanical engineering with high-volume consumer product development for SpaceX's revolutionary satellite internet system. The position offers an opportunity to work on technology that's already serving 4M+ users worldwide, from teachers in the Amazon to researchers in Antarctica.

The ideal candidate will lead multi-disciplinary projects, designing both consumer products and their manufacturing facilities. This role requires expertise in mechanical design, manufacturing processes, and automation systems. You'll be responsible for the entire product lifecycle, from conceptual design through high-volume production.

Working at SpaceX means joining a mission to make humanity multi-planetary, while solving immediate challenges of providing internet access to underserved communities globally. The compensation package is competitive, starting from $95,000 to $130,000, with additional benefits including equity, comprehensive healthcare, and retirement plans.

This position offers unique challenges at the intersection of aerospace technology and consumer products, requiring both technical expertise and creative problem-solving skills. You'll be part of a team that's literally changing the way the world connects, while contributing to SpaceX's broader mission of making life multi-planetary.

SpaceX seeks Product Design Engineer for Starlink consumer hardware, combining mechanical engineering expertise with consumer product development in Austin.

Product Design Engineer, Consumer Hardware (Starlink)

SpaceX develops space technologies to enable human life on Mars and advance space exploration, including the Crew Starship for lunar and Mars missions.

SpaceX is at the forefront of revolutionizing space exploration with the ambitious goal of enabling human life on Mars. As a Life Support Systems Engineer for the Crew Starship program, you'll be directly involved in developing critical systems that will support human missions to the Moon and Mars.

The role offers a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge space technology, specifically focusing on environmental and thermal control systems that are essential for astronaut survival. You'll be responsible for developing novel solutions across various disciplines including air distribution, water reclamation, waste management, and fire suppression systems.

This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about space exploration. You'll be working with interdisciplinary teams, leading design reviews, and managing projects from conception through launch and recovery. The role requires both technical expertise and creative problem-solving skills, as you'll be developing systems that have never been built before.

SpaceX offers competitive compensation, including a comprehensive benefits package with equity opportunities, making this an attractive position for engineers looking to make a real impact in space exploration. The company's mission to establish permanent communities on other planets provides a unique sense of purpose, knowing that your work directly contributes to advancing human spaceflight capabilities.

Working at SpaceX means being part of a team that's pushing the boundaries of what's possible in space technology. While the role demands dedication and sometimes long hours, the opportunity to contribute to humanity's next giant leap in space exploration makes it an extraordinary career choice for the right candidate.

Design and develop life support systems for SpaceX's Crew Starship, focusing on environmental and thermal control systems for space missions.

Life Support Systems Engineer (Crew Starship)

SpaceX develops technologies to enable human life on Mars and make space exploration possible.

SpaceX, a pioneering space technology company with the ambitious goal of enabling human life on Mars, is seeking an Electrical Integration & Test Engineer for their Starshield program. This role represents a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of space technology development and contribute to humanity's future in space exploration.

The position requires a versatile engineer who can understand and work with every system on the satellite, combining practical hands-on experience with theoretical knowledge. You'll be responsible for managing integration build flow and test operations, working closely with both engineers and technicians to optimize manufacturing processes and automation.

As an Electrical Integration & Test Engineer, you'll be joining a dynamic team that tackles inter-departmental development projects and works under ambitious timelines to ensure mission success. The role offers significant growth potential and exposure to cutting-edge space technology, with responsibilities ranging from evaluating designs for manufacturability to developing and refining assembly procedures.

The compensation package is highly competitive, starting from $100,000 to $135,000 annually, with additional benefits including equity opportunities, comprehensive healthcare, and retirement plans. For those with active clearance, there's an additional 10% differential (up to $15,000 annually).

This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on environment and is passionate about space technology. You'll need to be comfortable with ambiguity, demonstrate strong engineering intuition, and be willing to work extended hours when needed to meet mission-critical deadlines. The role requires physical capability as you'll often work in various positions and spaces, making it a perfect fit for those who enjoy both the technical and practical aspects of engineering.

Working at SpaceX means being part of a team that's pushing the boundaries of space technology and working towards making humanity a multi-planetary species. The company offers numerous opportunities for professional growth and development, along with the excitement of contributing to historic space missions and technological breakthroughs.

SpaceX seeks Electrical Integration & Test Engineer for Starshield program to manage satellite integration, testing, and manufacturing processes.

Electrical Integration & Test Engineer (Starshield)

SpaceX is a company actively developing technologies to enable human life on Mars and support national security efforts through Starshield.

SpaceX, founded with the vision of exploring the stars, is seeking an Aviation Mechanical Engineer for their Starshield project. Starshield leverages SpaceX's Starlink technology and launch capability to support national security efforts, focusing on earth observation, communications, and hosted payloads.

As an Aviation Mechanical Engineer, you'll join a brilliant team to own the design, qualification, testing, production, integration, and in-flight success of flight hardware. This role requires strong technical, design, and analysis skills, along with the drive to complete projects and coordinate closely with electrical teams.

Key responsibilities include:
- Owning hardware from concept to production and in-flight operations
- Developing design criteria and driving system-level optimization
- Rapidly iterating on designs and analysis for high-level systems trades
- Focusing on DFM for elegant designs with reduced part counts and error-proofing
- Generating detailed production drawings and performing tolerance analysis
- Establishing efficient product lifecycles balancing cost, complexity, and quality
- Conducting environmental and performance testing
- Owning product delivery timelines through all stages
- Demonstrating extreme ownership of product outcomes

Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or STEM
- Experience with CAD or FEA software
- 1+ years of mechanical/electromechanical design experience

Preferred skills:
- Master's degree in engineering or related field
- Ability to obtain Top Secret clearance
- Understanding of GD&T and structural analysis
- Experience with complex projects outside classroom settings
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Proficiency in 3D CAD (NX preferred)

This role offers competitive compensation, stock options, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work on cutting-edge space technology. Join SpaceX and be part of the mission to make humanity a multi-planetary species!

Join SpaceX as an Aviation Mechanical Engineer for Starshield, designing and developing cutting-edge technology for national security and space exploration.

Aviation Mechanical Engineer (Starshield)

SpaceX is actively developing technologies to enable human life on Mars, with a focus on creating fully reusable transportation systems for space exploration.

SpaceX is seeking a Launch Automation & Controls Engineer for their Starship program. This role focuses on designing, integrating, and commissioning control systems for Starship Launch pads, with an emphasis on electrical control system design for the orbital propellant farm. The ideal candidate will own the design and build of a launch control system capable of supporting Starship's ambitious goals.

Key responsibilities include:
1. Designing and commissioning control systems for Starship Launch pads
2. Creating industrial electrical control panels compliant with NFPA79/NEC/UL508A standards
3. Developing PLC code and configuring various industrial communication protocols
4. Integrating systems robust to mechanical stresses of Starship launch
5. Managing electrical cabinet builds, field wiring, and conveyance installs

The role requires a bachelor's degree in engineering and at least 1 year of experience in control systems design and commissioning. Preferred skills include experience with industrial control systems, electrical schematic CAD, PLC programming, and knowledge of relevant electrical codes.

SpaceX offers a competitive compensation package, including base salary, potential long-term incentives, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work on cutting-edge space technology. This position may require up to 20% travel and the ability to work extended hours as needed.

Join SpaceX in their mission to make humanity a multi-planetary species by contributing your expertise to the development of the world's most powerful launch vehicle.

SpaceX seeks Launch Automation & Controls Engineer for Starship program to design and commission control systems for launch pads.

Launch Automation & Controls Engineer (Starship)

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 of enabling human life on Mars.

SpaceX is seeking an Architectural Project Engineer for their Starbase Development team. As a member of this elite group, you'll be responsible for translating engineering, commercial, and residential requirements into executable plans. You'll manage and update campus maps, site plans, and individual building drawings as business needs evolve. Working with top-tier engineers and construction project managers, you'll design, build, and commission infrastructure for the world's largest rocket, Starship.

Key responsibilities include:
- Coordinating with stakeholders to design and build capital projects across the site
- Partnering with cross-departmental teams to define utility requirements
- Using architectural/engineering knowledge to expedite design and resolve construction conflicts
- Managing construction contracts and project control tasks
- Overseeing full lifecycle of projects, ensuring on-time and under-budget delivery
- Coordinating permit acquisition/closeout with Cameron County

The ideal candidate will have:
- Bachelor's or master's degree in architectural engineering, mechanical engineering, civil engineering, structural engineering, construction management, or architecture
- 1+ years of experience creating architectural construction documents
- Experience in construction, project management, and tenant improvement
- Knowledge of various construction trades and engineering principles
- Strong communication skills and self-motivation

This position is based in Starbase, TX (Brownsville/South Padre Island Area) and requires on-site presence. The role may involve extended hours and weekend work when needed.

SpaceX offers a competitive compensation package, including:
- Salary range: $95,000 - $130,000 per year (depending on level)
- Long-term incentives (company stock, stock options, or cash awards)
- Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid vacation, holidays, and parental leave

Join SpaceX and be part of the mission to enable human life on Mars!

SpaceX seeks an Architectural Project Engineer for Starbase Development to design and manage infrastructure projects for Starship, the world's largest rocket.

Architectural Project Engineer, Starbase Development

As an Integration and Test Engineer (Falcon 9 Structures) at SpaceX, you will have the opportunity to utilize your knowledge, experience, and creativity to develop novel solutions at the cutting edge of space technology. You will work on launch vehicles and spacecraft that deliver satellites into earth orbit, ferry humans to and from the international space station, and ultimately extend humanity's reach beyond the earth and moon. You will be a vital part of the relationship between our development and production teams. You will provide input into the design and development of new and existing hardware and take a lead role in manufacturing and integration on our current and next generation vehicles.

Responsibilities:
• Responsible for the build and inspection process of structural assembly and integration of the Falcon launch vehicle
• Develop, qualify, and refine manufacturing processes to meet all design and business requirements including safety, quality, efficiency and delivery
• Collaborate with other engineers, subject matter experts, and technicians to solve large-scale production challenges
• Work with design engineers to evaluate designs for manufacturability and implementation in a rapidly evolving production environment
• Resolve product non-conformances and collaborate with the quality team to implement root cause corrective actions
• Identify, plan, and execute capital equipment, machine, and layout upgrades to meet volume production demand
• Develop and refine floor layouts, capacity models, and product flow analysis to ensure on-time vehicle delivery to manifest

Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline
• 1+ years of engineering experience in manufacturing or production (internship and school projects experience qualifies)

Preferred Skills and Experience:
• Master's degree in mechanical, manufacturing, aerospace, materials or industrial engineering
• Involvement in a professional engineering society or collegiate design project
• Experience with the build, assembly, or integration of large mechanical assemblies
• Knowledge of metallic manufacturing techniques, processes, and equipment related to welding, metal forming, fastening, drilling, bonding and automation
• Mechanical component and/or tooling design and analysis experience using 3D CAD software
• Experience with design for manufacture and assembly (DFMA)
• Experience transitioning complex products from R&D to high-volume manufacturing in a fast-paced environment
• Experience writing work instructions and procedures for critical aerospace parts
• Experience in a production environment within the aerospace industry

Additional Requirements:
• Must be willing to work 1st shift
• Willing to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed
• Will sometimes be working directly with the hardware on the floor and will have to be comfortable stooping, bending, and standing
• This position is based in Hawthorne, CA and requires being onsite - remote work not considered

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.

SpaceX is hiring an Integration and Test Engineer for Falcon 9 Structures to develop novel solutions in space technology and work on launch vehicles and spacecraft.

Integration and Test Engineer (Falcon 9 Structures)

SpaceX is seeking a Propulsion Build Engineer for their Starship program at Starbase, TX. This role is responsible for developing build processes, tooling, and designs for manufacturability to enable high-rate manufacturing of vehicle fluid systems. The position involves heavy engagement with both design and build teams across the program, requiring close interaction with Starship and Super Heavy hardware.

Key responsibilities include:
- Developing manufacturing processes, techniques, and tools for efficient and high-rate manufacturing
- Working with design engineering to simplify vehicle fluids systems
- Guiding technicians, welders, and fabricators in building high-quality fluid systems hardware
- Coordinating and executing development, qualification, and acceptance testing
- Creating CAD models and prints for flight and tooling components
- Maintaining build schedules and participating in design reviews

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's or advanced degree in aerospace, manufacturing, materials, mechanical engineering, or a related field, with hands-on project experience in fluid and/or mechanical systems. At least 1 year of manufacturing design experience is required, with internship and academic experience being applicable.

Preferred skills include experience with GD&T concepts, fluid mechanics, pressurized components, mechanical design, process development, CAD systems (especially Unigraphics NX and Teamcenter), and welding processes.

This role requires physical dexterity, the ability to work in tight quarters and extreme outdoor environments, and flexibility to travel to remote build sites up to 10% of the time.

SpaceX offers a competitive compensation package, including base salary, potential long-term incentives, comprehensive benefits, and various perks. The company is committed to equal opportunity employment and does not discriminate based on protected characteristics.

SpaceX is hiring a Propulsion Build Engineer for Starship to develop manufacturing processes and tooling for high-rate production of vehicle fluid systems.

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