SpaceX
Mechanical Engineer (Starship)
About this role
SpaceX is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for its Starship project, responsible for designing and building essential flight hardware to enable human life on Mars. The position emphasizes hands-on work in a collaborative environment, requiring expertise in design for manufacturability and the ability to solve complex engineering challenges.
What you'll do
- Develop design concepts for vehicle structures based on flight loads
- Collaborate with various vehicle systems to design efficient structures
- Create detailed CAD models and implement structural designs
- Conduct analysis through finite element models to validate designs
- Perform structural testing on subassemblies and airframe sections
- Support hardware assembly and witness designs in production
What they're looking for
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering
- 1+ years of relevant engineering experience
- Strong data analysis and decision-making abilities
- Understanding of engineering fundamentals
- Experience with hands-on hardware building
- Ability to perform trade studies
- Demonstrated growth in responsibility
- Experience in engineering competitions
Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Long-term incentives including company stock
- Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid parental leave and vacation
- Access to various discounts and perks
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SpaceX
SpaceX develops advanced spacecraft and satellite systems, including the Starshield government satellite constellation and Starfall re-entry cargo capsule for global delivery. The company is hiring engineers in avionics integration, software test automation, mechanical design, and hardware reliability to validate flight-critical systems and ensure mission success.
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- spacex.com