Graduate Propulsion Engineer — Build Reusable Rockets

SpaceX; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid parental leave

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a New Graduate Propulsion Engineer to join the Raptor team, working on advanced rocket engines for Starship. This role involves designing and developing rocket engines, performing analyses, and collaborating with various teams to drive innovations in propulsion systems. Candidates should have a strong engineering foundation and be graduating in 2026. This position offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including health coverage and paid leave.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or physics.
• 1+ years of mechanical/fluids engineering experience.
• Graduating in spring, summer, or fall of 2026.

Responsibilities

• Own the design and development of rocket engines.
• Perform hand calculations and FEA on designs.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.

Skills

Data-driven decision-making

Mechanical engineering

Fluids engineering

Engineering fundamentals

Rapid problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or physics

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a New Graduate Propulsion Engineer to join the Raptor team, working on advanced rocket engines for Starship. This role involves designing and developing rocket engines, performing analyses, and collaborating with various teams to drive innovations in propulsion systems. Candidates should have a strong engineering foundation and be graduating in 2026. This position offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including health coverage and paid leave.