Mechanical Engineer Starship Hardware & Launch Systems

Future Ventures; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Mechanical Engineer (Starship) to design, analyze, and build hardware for Starship and Super Heavy vehicles. You will own design concepts, perform calculations, and iterate processes with rapid feedback in a highly technical setting.

The role emphasizes data-driven decisions, first principles reasoning, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to enable reusable rockets and ambitious mission goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or physics is required.
• Advanced degrees are preferred for higher impact work.
• Experience with design, analysis, or build is expected.

Responsibilities

• Own the design and development of next generation launch vehicles and production lines.
• Transform system requirements into hardware concepts and options.
• Perform hand calculations and FEA to optimize designs.
• Iterate manufacturing processes and testing in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure integration with Starship systems.
• Participate in design reviews with suppliers and customers.
• Partner with teams to generate ideas and improvements for current and future vehicles.
• Own large business outcomes.

Skills

Mechanical design

Fluids design

Data-driven decisions

First principles

Trade studies

Engineering fundamentals

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or physics

Master’s or PhD in engineering or physics

Tools

FEA

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a Mechanical Engineer (Starship) to design, analyze, and build hardware for Starship and Super Heavy vehicles. You will own design concepts, perform calculations, and iterate processes with rapid feedback in a highly technical setting.

The role emphasizes data-driven decisions, first principles reasoning, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to enable reusable rockets and ambitious mission goals.