New Grad Mechanical Design Engineer – Satellite Systems

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Redmond, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

401(k) Retirement Plan

Medical, Vision, Dental

Paid parental leave

Paid time off (vacation)

Job summary

SpaceX in Redmond, WA is seeking a New Graduate Engineer, Mechanical - ’26/’27 for Starlink. The role is grounded in mechanical design for space-grade hardware, with ownership from ideation through production and on-orbit operation.

You’ll partner across teams to deliver robust, manufacturable solutions for a large satellite constellation. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in mechanical or aerospace engineering, CAD/FEA proficiency, and 1+ years in design/analysis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering or STEM field.
• Experience with CAD and FEA software packages.
• 1+ years of mechanical/electromechanical design, analysis, or testing.
• Graduating in the class of 2026 or 2027.

Responsibilities

• Own hardware from conceptual design through high-volume production and on-orbit operation.
• Develop design criteria, collaborate on requirements, and drive system-level optimization.
• Iterate designs and analyses to inform trades and guide product direction.
• Drive DFM and reduce part count with robust fabrication and integration.
• Coordinate with partner teams to enable in-house production and testing.

Skills

CAD proficiency

FEA experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering

Master's degree in engineering (preferred)

Tools

NX CAD

Job description

SpaceX in Redmond, WA is seeking a New Graduate Engineer, Mechanical - ’26/’27 for Starlink. The role is grounded in mechanical design for space-grade hardware, with ownership from ideation through production and on-orbit operation.

You’ll partner across teams to deliver robust, manufacturable solutions for a large satellite constellation. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in mechanical or aerospace engineering, CAD/FEA proficiency, and 1+ years in design/analysis.