Satellite Mechanical Engineer — End-to-End Hardware

InvestedintheMission; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX in Redmond, WA is hiring a Mechanical Engineer for Starlink satellites. You will own hardware from concept to high‑volume production and on‑orbit operation, work across cross‑functional teams, and help drive system‑level optimization.

The role emphasizes design for manufacturability, reliability, and test; requires CAD/FEA, 1+ years, and broad mechanical/EM design exposure. You may participate in multiple sub‑teams across the Starlink program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
• Experience with CAD and FEA software; 1+ years in mechanical design.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD and GD&T concepts.

Responsibilities

• Own hardware from concept through high-volume production and on-orbit operation.
• Develop design criteria, collaborate on requirements, drive system-level optimization.
• Iterate designs and analyses to inform trades and product direction.
• Drive DFM to reduce parts, errors, and complexity across fabrication and integration.
• Balance cost, complexity, and quality in the product lifecycle.
• Perform testing to validate analyses and design criteria.
• Own delivery timelines from conception to launch.

Skills

CAD/FEA

3D CAD

GD&T

Structural analysis

Ownership

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

NX

PCB design exposure

Job description

SpaceX in Redmond, WA is hiring a Mechanical Engineer for Starlink satellites. You will own hardware from concept to high‑volume production and on‑orbit operation, work across cross‑functional teams, and help drive system‑level optimization.

The role emphasizes design for manufacturability, reliability, and test; requires CAD/FEA, 1+ years, and broad mechanical/EM design exposure. You may participate in multiple sub‑teams across the Starlink program.