Mechanical Design Engineer, Sensors (Avionics)

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.
Hawthorne, CA, USA
$100,000 - $135,000
Embedded
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
3+ years of experience
Space

Description For Mechanical Design Engineer, Sensors (Avionics)

SpaceX is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer, Sensors (Avionics) to join their sensors development team. This team is responsible for designing, testing, and manufacturing high-performance electronic sensors for the world's most advanced launch vehicles and spacecraft. The role involves end-to-end development of application-specific sensor products to support critical rocket and spacecraft operations, systems, and control loops including propulsion, guidance, navigation, control, and environmental systems.

Responsibilities include:

  • Developing innovative sensor designs and/or packages for physical sensors such as pressure, acceleration, rotation, flow, etc.
  • Building analytical and finite element thermal, structural, and fatigue models
  • Creating 3D models, production 2D drawings, and completing tolerance analysis
  • Conducting failure analysis of components related to thermal loads, vibration, and shock
  • Interfacing with machine shops and production teams to ensure final designs can be produced following overall project goals

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or aerospace engineering, with at least 1 year of hands-on experience designing and working with sensors. Preferred skills include 3+ years of experience in sensor design or optics, knowledge of fundamental sensing mechanisms, experience with PCB packaging, exposure to high volume production designs, and familiarity with manufacturing processes.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology that will contribute to SpaceX's mission of enabling human life on Mars. The position requires a willingness to support extended hours and weekends when necessary to meet launch and critical project timelines.

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 adheres to U.S. Government export regulations, requiring candidates to be U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or eligible for necessary authorizations.

Last updated 7 months ago

Responsibilities For Mechanical Design Engineer, Sensors (Avionics)

  • Develop innovative sensor designs and/or packages for physical sensors such as pressure, acceleration, rotation, flow, etc.
  • Build analytical and finite element thermal, structural, and fatigue models
  • Create 3D models, production 2D drawings, and complete tolerance analysis
  • Complete failure analysis of components as it relates to thermal loads, vibration, and shock
  • Interface with machine shops and production teams to ensure final designs can be produced following overall project goals

Requirements For Mechanical Design Engineer, Sensors (Avionics)

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or aerospace engineering
  • 1+ years of hands-on experience designing and working with sensors, such as accelerometers, gyroscopes, pressure sensors, etc.
  • Willingness to support extended hours and weekends when necessary to support launch and critical project timelines
  • Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee, or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State (ITAR requirements)

Benefits For Mechanical Design Engineer, Sensors (Avionics)

401k
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Equity
  • Long-term incentives (company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards)
  • Potential discretionary bonuses
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Short & long-term disability insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid parental leave
  • 3 weeks of paid vacation
  • 10 or more paid holidays per year
  • 5 days of sick leave per year (for exempt employees)

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