Starship Development Test Engineer

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; McGregor (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a TEST ENGINEER for Starship development in McGregor, TX. You'll join a fast-paced team that designs and executes tests for engines, components and spacecraft to advance Starship programs.

The role emphasizes ownership of test campaigns, data review, and safety while collaborating with design engineers on test stand and flight hardware improvements. A strong hands-on background is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, aerospace, electrical engineering or related field.
• 1+ years of hands-on testing experience (internships or clubs count).
• Experience with mechanical, propulsion, and flight hardware testing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute tests at engine and component level to evaluate hardware performance.
• Manage test campaigns including plans, activations, data review and stand equipment design.
• Lead technicians to fabricate and integrate test articles and equipment.
• Develop and maintain test procedures, sequences and software.

Skills

Mechanical systems

Propulsion systems

Instrumentation & control

3D modeling software

Coding languages

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

Siemens NX

Inventor

CATIA

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a TEST ENGINEER for Starship development in McGregor, TX. You'll join a fast-paced team that designs and executes tests for engines, components and spacecraft to advance Starship programs.

The role emphasizes ownership of test campaigns, data review, and safety while collaborating with design engineers on test stand and flight hardware improvements. A strong hands-on background is required.