Launch Pad Fluid Systems Engineer for Falcon 9

SpaceX; California; On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Medical, vision and dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

SpaceX in California is seeking a Launch Pad Engineer, Fluid Systems for Falcon 9/Heavy to design, build and test launch pad GSE fluids. You will lead technicians on pad campaigns and ensure safe, reliable operation of fluid systems.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering and hands-on fluid systems experience; familiarity with CAD tools (SOLIDWORKS, NX) and instrumentation; and readiness for weekend shifts and cross-team collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, chemical engineering, physics, or related field.
• 1+ years of professional experience with fluid, mechanical, or low voltage electrical systems.
• Experience at a rocket launch/test facility and supporting launch/test campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the responsible engineer for launch pad fluid systems including compressible, incompressible, and/or cryogenic fluid systems.
• Lead a technician workforce during build campaigns to ensure proper installation and activation of pad fluid systems.
• Develop and improve functional automation related to the fluid system(s).
• Identify and implement upgrades to launch pad hardware, software, and procedures; drive continuous improvement by interfacing with SpaceX teams.
• Present certification packages and engineering data to U.S. government agencies (NASA, US Space Force, etc.).
• Cover one weekend shift per month.

Skills

Fluid systems

Heat transfer

Thermodynamics

Fluid dynamics

Controls

Instrumentation

Python

Team leadership

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, chemical engineering, physics, or other engineering discipline

Tools

SOLIDWORKS

Siemens NX

Python

Control systems software

Job description

SpaceX in California is seeking a Launch Pad Engineer, Fluid Systems for Falcon 9/Heavy to design, build and test launch pad GSE fluids. You will lead technicians on pad campaigns and ensure safe, reliable operation of fluid systems.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering and hands-on fluid systems experience; familiarity with CAD tools (SOLIDWORKS, NX) and instrumentation; and readiness for weekend shifts and cross-team collaboration.