Flight Termination Systems Mechanical Engineer (Starship)

SpaceX; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term incentives

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid parental leave

3 weeks paid vacation

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturer in California is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for the Flight Termination System to design vital hardware and integrate safety mechanisms. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in engineering and at least one year of mechanical design experience. Responsibilities include developing explosive devices and validating designs through rigorous testing. Strong collaboration and problem-solving skills are essential. The role offers competitive compensation and extensive benefits including stock options and comprehensive medical coverage.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in mechanical design is required.
• Experience designing and analyzing mechanical systems is preferred.
• Strong project management skills and effective communication are key.

Responsibilities

• Develop explosive devices and robust hardware integration designs.
• Validate reliability of hardware with rigorous testing.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to achieve production goals.

Skills

Mechanical design

Problem solving

Collaborative skills

Hands-on manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

LSDYNA

ANSYS

BlastX

CHEETA

Hydrocode

Job description

A leading aerospace manufacturer in California is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for the Flight Termination System to design vital hardware and integrate safety mechanisms. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in engineering and at least one year of mechanical design experience. Responsibilities include developing explosive devices and validating designs through rigorous testing. Strong collaboration and problem-solving skills are essential. The role offers competitive compensation and extensive benefits including stock options and comprehensive medical coverage.