Starship Mechanical Engineer - Build Flight Hardware

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP

Hawthorne (CA)

On-site

USD 100,000 - 115,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and dental coverage
401(k) retirement plan
Paid parental leave
3 weeks of paid vacation
Discretionary bonuses

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturer is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join their elite team in Hawthorne, CA. In this role, you will be responsible for designing and building flight hardware, focusing on structures and integration interfaces. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering and 1+ years of relevant experience. You'll collaborate with diverse teams to develop innovative solutions and validate your designs through rigorous testing and real-world applications. This position includes a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

  • 1+ years of engineering experience designing, analyzing, or building structures.
  • Experience working at a nimble engineering organization.
  • Demonstrated rapid growth in previous roles.

Responsibilities

  • Develop design concepts for vehicle structures based on flight loads.
  • Collaborate with peers across vehicle systems to balance designs.
  • Create detailed designs and generate CAD models for components.

Skills

Data-driven decision-making
Engineering fundamentals
Trade studies
Hardware building
Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering

Tools

NX CAD software

Job description

A leading aerospace manufacturer is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join their elite team in Hawthorne, CA. In this role, you will be responsible for designing and building flight hardware, focusing on structures and integration interfaces. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering and 1+ years of relevant experience. You'll collaborate with diverse teams to develop innovative solutions and validate your designs through rigorous testing and real-world applications. This position includes a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.
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