Mechanical Engineer - Reliability (Dragon)

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.