Starship Mechanisms Engineer — Build Reusable Rocket Systems

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term incentives (stock or cash awards)

Medical, vision, and dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid parental leave

Three weeks paid vacation

Job summary

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP (SpaceX) in Hawthorne, California, seeks a Mechanisms Engineer for the Starship project. You will design and validate mechanical systems, ensuring reliability and manufacturability. The role involves collaboration across engineering teams to integrate systems and drive development.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree in engineering and have mechanical system experience. Competitive compensation, including benefits such as stock options and paid vacation, is offered.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience analyzing, designing, building, or testing mechanical systems.
• Experience building hardware or passion for real-world applications.

Responsibilities

• Drive design and development of mechanical systems across vehicles.
• Manage on-site integration teams and implement feedback into design.
• Conduct design reviews with stakeholders.

Skills

Mechanical system design

Collaboration

CAD software proficiency (NX, CATIA, SolidWorks)

Problem-solving

Adaptability in varied environments

Education

Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline

Tools

NX

CATIA

SolidWorks

Job description

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP (SpaceX) in Hawthorne, California, seeks a Mechanisms Engineer for the Starship project. You will design and validate mechanical systems, ensuring reliability and manufacturability. The role involves collaboration across engineering teams to integrate systems and drive development.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree in engineering and have mechanical system experience. Competitive compensation, including benefits such as stock options and paid vacation, is offered.