Hands-On Fluid Systems Engineer for Rocket Testing

InvestedintheMission; McGregor (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Mechanical Engineer in Fluid Systems (Design & Build) in McGregor, TX. You will design, build, and test fluid and mechanical systems that power rocket engines and vehicles, collaborating with technicians to iterate on real hardware on a rapid timeline.

You will own projects from concept through fabrication, integrating CAD models, hand calculations, and testing data to meet performance, reliability, and schedule goals in a high-intensity environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field.
• 1+ years of hands-on design or build experience (professional work, internships, clubs, or projects)

Responsibilities

• Analyze, design, and build systems that support testing of flight vehicles and engines.
• Lead cradle-to-grave ownership of projects through design reviews, procurement, and construction.
• Collaborate with technicians to implement designs and troubleshoot issues on the floor.
• Maintain feedback loops with test operations to meet tight testing deadlines.

Skills

Fluid systems understanding

Problem solving under pressure

Hands-on build experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

Siemens NX

ASME piping and pressure vessel design

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a Mechanical Engineer in Fluid Systems (Design & Build) in McGregor, TX. You will design, build, and test fluid and mechanical systems that power rocket engines and vehicles, collaborating with technicians to iterate on real hardware on a rapid timeline.

You will own projects from concept through fabrication, integrating CAD models, hand calculations, and testing data to meet performance, reliability, and schedule goals in a high-intensity environment.