Lead Mechanical Engineer, Starship Avionics Systems

Starlink; Texas; On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer for Starship Avionics to own the detaled mechanical design of avionics hardware, ensuring it survives harsh launch environments. You will drive design, testing, and manufacturability while working with cross-functional teams across production and engineering disciplines.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in engineering or related field and 3+ years in mechanical design, with leadership experience and strong CAD/FEA/DG&T skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering, science, or math discipline.
• 3+ years of professional experience designing mechanical components or assemblies.
• Experience leading teams is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own avionics mechanical design and drive rapid design, integration, test, and launch activities.
• Lead conceptual design, architecture trades, and first order sizing.
• Develop requirements where definitions are lacking and optimize mass and cost.

Skills

FEA

CAD

GD&T

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering/science/math

Tools

CAD software

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer for Starship Avionics to own the detaled mechanical design of avionics hardware, ensuring it survives harsh launch environments. You will drive design, testing, and manufacturability while working with cross-functional teams across production and engineering disciplines.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in engineering or related field and 3+ years in mechanical design, with leadership experience and strong CAD/FEA/DG&T skills.