Falcon Mechanical Design Engineer - Own Vehicle Hardware

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX in Hawthorne, CA seeks a Mechanical Design Engineer to own the design of structures, fluid systems and components for Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy, from concept through launch and reuse. You will use hand calculations, FEA, and CAD to deliver robust solutions in a fast-paced environment.

Collaborating with senior leadership and suppliers, you will participate in hardware testing and travel as required, contributing to ongoing program success and reliability.

Qualifications

• Own designs for structures, fluid systems, and components.
• Use hand calculations, FEA, and CAD throughout design lifecycle.
• Collaborate with leadership and suppliers in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design from concept through launch and reuse.
• Perform analyses and CAD modeling for Falcon components.
• Coordinate with suppliers and cross-functional teams.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Tools

CAD

FEA

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer for the Falcon program in Hawthorne, CA. You will own the design of structures, fluid systems and components for Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy, from concept through launch and re-use, using hand calculations, FEA, and CAD.

Collaboration with senior leadership and suppliers is essential in a fast-paced, innovative environment. You should be comfortable with longer hours, travel for hardware test, and have a solid engineering background with CAD/FEA and