Senior Fluids Engineer, Starship Production

SpaceX; Texas; On-site; USD 130,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX seeks a Sr. Fluids Engineer, Production, to design, build and integrate fluid systems for Starship production. You will size components using hand calculations, prove designs via testing, and own systems from concept through handoff to production.

You will define operation/controls and work with automation to deploy monitoring, ensuring reliability and safety. You will collaborate with build shops and partner teams, develop schedules, document processes, and drive prioritization to meet

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical/related field.
• 5+ years of fluid systems design, analysis, and build experience.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and commission fluid systems for Starship production, including test systems and cleaning equipment.
• Size systems and select components from hand calculations, then prove the design with testing.
• Own the system from concept through design reviews, failure mode analysis and ConOps, 3D modeling, build instructions, testing and maintenance plan, and a handoff to production.
• Define how the system is operated and controlled, and partner with automation team to deploy monitoring and controls.
• Support critical vehicle test operations, provide troubleshooting and technical support, and improve equipment reliability and safety.
• Collaborate with partner teams to develop scalable manufacturing processes for the systems.
• Develop and maintain detailed timelines to capture and communicate project progress.
• Own the strategic outlook for your systems including critical prioritization.

Skills

Fluid systems design

Analytical problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Documentation & handoff

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, manufacturing engineering, or other technical discipline

Tools

3D CAD (e.g., SolidWorks)

Fluid system modeling

Piping sizing

Job description

SpaceX seeks a Sr. Fluids Engineer, Production, to design, build and integrate fluid systems for Starship production. You will size components using hand calculations, prove designs via testing, and own systems from concept through handoff to production.

You will define operation/controls and work with automation to deploy monitoring, ensuring reliability and safety. You will collaborate with build shops and partner teams, develop schedules, document processes, and drive prioritization to meet