Avionics Systems Engineer (Falcon & Dragon) - Hawthorne CA

VetJobs; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX in Hawthorne, CA is seeking an Avionics Systems Engineer for Falcon & Dragon. You will bridge vehicle analysis, design, and production while supporting operations and inspections to sustain a high launch rate.

You will troubleshoot real-time issues, validate system designs, and work with cross-functional teams to keep schedules and milestones on track. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field, 1+ years of Matlab/C++/Python experience, and familiarity with

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in engineering, science or math.
• 1+ years of experience with Matlab, C++, or Python.
• 1+ years of experience with electrical component design or system level testing.

Responsibilities

• Represent the Falcon & Dragon avionics system through all stages of integration to launch.
• Troubleshoot issues on prototype and production assemblies on a fast schedule.
• Collaborate with teams to define project scope and requirements from concept to production.
• Develop tools and processes to support a high launch rate.
• Assess manufacturability, quality, and cost for new designs.

Skills

Matlab

C++

Python

Electrical design

System integration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

3D CAD software

Multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Power supplies

Job description

Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers.

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.

AVIONICS SYSTEMS ENGINEER (FALCON & DRAGON)

As a systems engineer in Falcon & Dragon Avionics, you will have the unique opportunity to be part of a cross functional team of engineers that bridge the gap between vehicle analysis, design, and production extending through vehicle operations. You’ll be part of a team that owns a wide scope, combining mechanical, electrical and software engineering practices to enable an unprecedented launch rate while maintaining a high reliability to ensure mission success.

Your creativity and relentless commitment to quality will be expected to analyze systems designs, define new processes, develop system validation techniques and introduce new designs in order to improve vehicle performance, bring down cost and sustain an aggressive launch rate for the leading launch vehicle in the world. You will also put your engineering knowledge to the test by performing real-time troubleshooting on the vehicle as it goes from the integration phase through launch operations. Our fundamental goal is to allow humanity to explore the stars; with it comes extreme responsibility to ensure the safety of the crew and payload.

Responsibilities

• Represent the Falcon & Dragon avionics system throughout all stages of integration, from production and test all the way through launch and refurbishment
• Troubleshoot issues on prototype and production assemblies on an aggressive production schedule
• Work collaboratively with other teams and customers to define the scope of development projects and initial product requirements as new designs move from concept, through prototype, and into production
• Develop tools and processes to support an unprecedented launch rate
• Perform design and manufacturing assessments of new designs and drive optimization for manufacturability, quality, and cost
• Be the lead on system projects including creation, maintenance, and communication of development schedules with sufficient detail to ensure that all assigned personnel are aware of theirs tasks and deadlines as well as identify internal and external resources required to support the project
• Develop, execute, and document the avionics system verification on flight and flight-representative hardware at the system-level and validate the as-built vehicle is “go for launch”

Minimum Education Required

Bachelors

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering field, science or math
• 1+ years of experience using software tools such as Matlab, C++ or Python
• 1+ years of experience with electrical component design, system level integration of electronic components or system level testing

Preferred Skills And Experience

• Software fluency, enabling automation of test or analysis tasks and manipulation of large data sets
• Experience with wire harnesses and associated sub-components
• Experience with 3D CAD software
• Experience installing and troubleshooting various electronic sensors and components.
• Competence with electrical test equipment (multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, etc.)
• Creative problem solver that can bring multiple disciplines together with the ability to assess risk and make design and development decisions without all available data
• Self-motivated with strong multi-tasking, organizational, communication and documentation skills
• Strong sense of accountability and integrity with excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast paced, autonomously driven, and demanding atmosphere

Additional Requirements

• Extended hours and weekend work may be required to support critical project and mission milestones
• Minimal travel will be required

Compensation And Benefits

• Level 1: $105,000.00 - $122,500.00
• Level 2: $120,000.00 - $150,000.00

City: Hawthorne

State: California

Job Category: Technician

Job Code: Recruiter Recruitment

Affiliate Sponsor: SpaceX