Launch Systems Engineer – Spacecraft Integration

SpaceX; Vandenberg Air Force Base Launch Facility 02 (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 117,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401(k) retirement plan

Paid parental leave

3 weeks of paid vacation

Job summary

SpaceX is hiring a Launch Engineer, focusing on spacecraft integration for its Starshield satellites at Vandenberg Air Force Base. This position involves supporting engineering teams, improving satellite integration processes, and managing mission work instructions.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in engineering and at least one year of related experience, with a preference for hands-on experience in high-tech environments. Comprehensive benefits, including medical and retirement plans, are offered.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience with multi-disciplinary system assemblies.
• Ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance.
• Experience in writing test plans and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support Starshield satellite engineering teams.
• Drive major project initiatives for the Starshield Program.
• Manage and track multiple priorities.

Skills

Launch vehicle or spacecraft integration

Test operations with high pressure pneumatics

Hands-on experience with cryogenic fluid systems

Strong written and oral communication skills

Experience with SQL and Python

Education

Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline

Master's degree in an engineering discipline

Tools

Data acquisition setups

Python

SQL

PowerBI

Grafana

Job description

SpaceX is hiring a Launch Engineer, focusing on spacecraft integration for its Starshield satellites at Vandenberg Air Force Base. This position involves supporting engineering teams, improving satellite integration processes, and managing mission work instructions.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in engineering and at least one year of related experience, with a preference for hands-on experience in high-tech environments. Comprehensive benefits, including medical and retirement plans, are offered.