Structures Design Engineer (Falcon)
Description For Structures Design Engineer (Falcon)
SpaceX, a pioneering space technology company, is seeking a Structures Design Engineer to join their Falcon program team. This role presents an exciting opportunity to contribute to SpaceX's mission of making humanity a multi-planetary species, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.
As a Structures Design Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of designing metallic structures and propulsion fluid systems for SpaceX's revolutionary Falcon rockets. Your work will directly impact the development of new technologies and support the existing vehicle fleet, contributing to the successful flights of both Falcon and Falcon Heavy vehicles.
The position offers a competitive compensation package, with base salaries ranging from $95,000 to $130,000 per year, depending on your experience level. Beyond the base salary, SpaceX provides comprehensive benefits including equity opportunities, medical coverage, and retirement plans, demonstrating their commitment to their employees' well-being and long-term success.
This role is perfect for someone with a bachelor's degree in engineering and at least one year of mechanical design experience. You'll need proficiency in 3D CAD software and a solid understanding of GD&T and tolerance stack-ups. The ideal candidate should be creative, self-motivated, and able to work effectively in an integrated team environment.
Working at SpaceX means being part of a dynamic, fast-paced environment where your designs and innovations will directly contribute to advancing space technology. You'll collaborate with brilliant minds across different teams, participate in the iterative design process, and see your work transform from concepts to flight-ready components.
The position requires flexibility with working hours, including potential weekends, and willingness to travel up to 25% to various SpaceX sites. Due to ITAR requirements, candidates must be U.S. citizens, permanent residents, refugees, or asylees.
Join SpaceX in their mission to revolutionize space technology and be part of a team that's literally reaching for the stars. Your work will contribute to making human life multi-planetary, marking a significant milestone in human history.
Responsibilities For Structures Design Engineer (Falcon)
- Design metallic structures and propulsion fluid systems under accelerated timelines
- Review specifications and other engineering data to develop mechanical systems
- Update designs and drawings through engineering change orders to support SpaceX's rapid pace of design iteration
- Create detailed component and assembly drawings incorporating an understanding of GD&T and tolerance stack-ups
Requirements For Structures Design Engineer (Falcon)
- Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline
- 1+ years of mechanical design and drafting experience (including internships or personal projects)
- Experience with 3D CAD software (e.g. NX, Solidworks)
- Must be available to work long hours and weekends as needed
- Willing to travel to various SpaceX sites (up to 25%)
- Must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, refugee, or asylee due to ITAR requirements
Benefits For Structures Design Engineer (Falcon)
- Long-term incentives (company stock, stock options, long-term cash awards)
- Potential discretionary bonuses
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Short and long-term disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid parental leave
- 3 weeks paid vacation
- 10+ paid holidays per year
- Paid sick leave
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