Integration & Test Engineer (Fairings)

Future Ventures; Vandenberg Village (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Medical, vision, dental

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Job summary

SpaceX in California is seeking an Integration & Test Engineer (Fairings) to develop and execute procedures for integration and testing of fairing hardware and ground support equipment for customer and Starlink missions.

You will collaborate with engineers and technicians, handle nonconformances, and manage multiple priorities to improve reliability and reduce labor hours, while contributing to a fast-paced, high‑tech launch environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or physics is required.
• 1+ years hands-on experience with mechanical, electrical and/or fluid systems; projects/internships qualify.

Responsibilities

• Develop methods for rapid re-flight of fairings recovered from space.
• Provide engineering support for fairing refurbishment, testing and re-flight.
• Develop and execute procedures for integration and testing of fairing flight hardware and ground support equipment.
• Collaborate with engineering staff daily to disposition nonconformances and execute launch manifest.
• Manage multiple priorities to improve reliability and reduce labor hours.

Skills

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Experience with mechanical systems

Experience with electrical systems

Experience with fluid systems

Teamwork and communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or physics

Tools

CAD software

Large CAD models

Job description

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

INTEGRATION & TEST ENGINEER (FAIRINGS)

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work on the cutting edge of reusable rocket technology as you develop methods for rapid and reliable processing and re‑flight of fairings recovered from the edge of space
• Provide engineering support for fairing refurbishment, testing, and re‑flight
• Develop and execute procedures for the integration and testing of SpaceX fairing flight hardware and ground support equipment to support both customer and Starlink missions
• Closely collaborate with engineering staff from other departments and highly skilled technicians daily to disposition nonconformances and execute the launch manifest
• Manage and track multiple priorities while maintaining a focus on executing common program goals (including improving reliability and reducing overall labor hours)

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline or physics
• 1+ years of hands‑on experience with mechanical, electrical and/or fluid systems (class projects and/or internship experience qualifies)

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Proficiency in, or hands‑on experience with, one or more of the following: launch vehicle or spacecraft integration; operations in 100,000‑class or better clean rooms; test operations with gases/fluids; data acquisition setup and field measurements
• Experience in writing test plans and test procedures
• Experience interacting with CAD software and large CAD models
• Experience working with high‑pressure systems, crane operations, or large structure test stands
• Ability to rapidly change roles and responsibilities while working in a high‑paced, challenging work environment
• Ability to work well in a team environment and ability to communicate clearly and accurately with a wide range of people
• Problem‑solving and critical‑thinking skills

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to pass Air Force background check for Vandenberg Space Force Base, CA
• Ability to work at elevated heights and/or tight spaces
• Must be willing to travel, potentially for extended periods of time
• Physical effort including standing, lifting and carrying moderately heavy materials or equipment (up to 35 lbs)
• Work occasionally performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
• Must be available to work extended hours, nights and weekends when required by mission milestones

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Pay Range:

• Level 1: $100,000.00 - $117,500.00
• Level 2: $115,000.00 - $140,000.00

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job‑related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long‑term incentives, in the form of company stock or long‑term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long‑term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s affirmative action plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to [e-mail].