Stage 0 Propellant Generation Launch Engineer – Starship

SpaceX; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX seeks a Launch Engineer, Stage 0 Propellant Generation for Starship. You will support cryogenic propellant processing, fluid systems design, and hands-on assembly and testing of ground support equipment to keep launches on schedule.

Ideal candidates have a mechanical/chemical/aerospace engineering background with 1+ years of hands-on build or design experience, and a practical, team-oriented mindset focused on reliability and safety under tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, aerospace engineering, or other engineering discipline.
• 1+ years of hands-on build or design experience (internships/teams count).
• Experience with cryogenic systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, design, and build systems that support rocket launches and testing.
• Cradle-to-grave ownership: design reviews, procurement, construction coordination.
• Conduct fluid, thermal, and structural analyses; select materials and components.
• Collaborate with technicians to implement designs and troubleshoot on the fly.
• Maintain rapid feedback with operations to adapt plans and meet deadlines.
• Commission and troubleshoot equipment to achieve objectives and reduce downtime.
• Proactively tackle field projects to keep launch schedules on track.
• Provide innovative, independent problem solving under minimal supervision.

Skills

Hands-on engineering

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical/chemical/aerospace engineering

Tools

NX CAD

Job description

SpaceX seeks a Launch Engineer, Stage 0 Propellant Generation for Starship. You will support cryogenic propellant processing, fluid systems design, and hands-on assembly and testing of ground support equipment to keep launches on schedule.

Ideal candidates have a mechanical/chemical/aerospace engineering background with 1+ years of hands-on build or design experience, and a practical, team-oriented mindset focused on reliability and safety under tight deadlines.