Mechanical Design Engineer (Starlink Production)

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team that is revolutionizing satellite production! As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in designing the factory of the future, creating custom tooling and machinery for the mass production of innovative space hardware. This position offers the chance to lead high-impact projects, collaborating with talented professionals to solve complex engineering challenges. If you are passionate about mechanical engineering and eager to contribute to groundbreaking advancements in space technology, this is the perfect opportunity for you. You'll enjoy a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a vibrant work environment that fosters creativity and growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid parental leave

Paid vacation

Company stock options

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Company shuttles from Seattle to Redmond

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience in mechanical system design using CAD software.
• Strong expertise in design for manufacturability and assembly.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop structures for high volume production of Starlink Satellites.
• Manage projects from concept through fabrication and production.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

3D CAD Software

Problem Solving

Design for Manufacturability

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Siemens Unigraphics (UGS/NX)

Teamcenter CAD/PDM

Finite Element Analysis (FEMAP, ANSYS)

Job description

MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER (STARLINK PRODUCTION)

As a member of the Starlink Production Design team you will design the factory of the future, enabling mass production of satellites, ground stations, and high-performance space hardware that has never been produced in volume. You will design custom tooling and machinery for production processes that range from manual to highly automated. You will use your expertise in mechanical engineering to design, analyze, fabricate, qualify, and commission structures, mechanisms and automation equipment, optimizing for pace of execution and net impact to SpaceX. You will personally own high impact projects and drive them from concept to completion on a time scale measured in months, not years.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design and develop structures, mechanisms and automation equipment to enable high volume production of Starlink Satellites
• Demonstrate extreme ownership of projects through their entire lifecycle, from initial concept generation through fabrication and production bring-up
• Balance simultaneous projects of varying scope and complexity in a fast-paced environment
• Partner with flight design and production teams to develop the satellite, factory and production processes in parallel
• Solve complex, open-ended problems with an emphasis on speed of execution and efficiency
• Hone your organizational skills as you coordinate with internal SpaceX resources and external vendors and maintain a project schedule and budget
• Assemble and commission the equipment you design

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline
• +1 year of experience designing mechanical systems using 3D CAD software and 2D drawings

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Prior work experience with structural design and analysis
• Experience with custom machine design; electromechanical systems, motors, actuators, linear rails, bearings, lifting/rigging, etc.
• Ability to perform structures hand calculations
• Strong expertise in design for manufacturability and design for assembly including experience taking products from development to high-volume production
• Familiarity with drafting standards and the application of GD&T
• Solid understanding of common manufacturing processes and machines including mills, lathes, manual and CNC, and hands-on machining experience
• Experience with Siemens Unigraphics (UGS/NX) and Teamcenter CAD/PDM systems
• Experience with finite element analysis, such as FEMAP pre/post processing, NASTRAN Solver, ANSYS Workbench, NX Advance Simulation
• Experience with manufacturing process development, facility and line layouts, process failure mode effects analysis, and error proofing

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be available to work extended hours and weekends as needed

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:

Mechanical Design Engineer/Level I: $95,000.00 - $115,000.00/per year
Mechanical Design Engineer/Level II: $110,000.00 - $130,000.00/per year

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, stock options, 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. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year. Company shuttles are offered to employees for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday.