Crew Thermal Control & Life Support Hardware Engineer

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Thermal Control and Life Support Engineer to develop hardware that maintains environmental conditions and supports life aboard the Crew Starship. The role spans design, analysis, testing and manufacturing to ensure safety for future astronauts and passengers.

The candidate will own system concepts across air distribution, water reclamation, waste management, fire suppression, and active thermal control, collaborating with technicians and engineers in a fast-paced, high-stakes

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering or science discipline.
• 1+ years of experience with fluid, mechanical, or environmental control systems.
• Internship or project experience acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Own the design and build of life support and thermal control systems for Crew Starship missions.
• Iterate manufacturing processes and testing in a fast-paced environment.
• Manage project delivery from design to production and operations.
• Lead design reviews with suppliers and customers.
• Ensure integration with avionics, software, and mission ops.

Skills

Fluid systems

Mechanical design

Trade studies

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in an engineering or science discipline

Tools

NX

ABAQUS

ANSYS

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a Thermal Control and Life Support Engineer to develop hardware that maintains environmental conditions and supports life aboard the Crew Starship. The role spans design, analysis, testing and manufacturing to ensure safety for future astronauts and passengers.

The candidate will own system concepts across air distribution, water reclamation, waste management, fire suppression, and active thermal control, collaborating with technicians and engineers in a fast-paced, high-stakes