Thermal-Mechanical Packaging Test Engineer

SpaceX; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Thermal Mechanical Test Engineer in Bastrop, Texas to develop and execute thermal and mechanical modeling and test programs for advanced semiconductor packaging. You will be responsible for conducting simulations and physical tests to ensure the robust performance of Starlink hardware.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in an engineering or science discipline and experience in thermal or mechanical testing. This role involves collaboration with teams and the ability to deliver actionable insights for product development.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience with thermal or mechanical modeling and testing in an industry or academic setting.
• Experience with board-level thermal testing and characterization using thermocouples.

Responsibilities

• Develop and run thermal and mechanical finite element models.
• Analyze test data and provide feedback to teams.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate test insights.

Skills

Thermal modeling

Mechanical testing

Finite element analysis

Data analysis with Python or MATLAB

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, math, or science

Tools

ANSYS

Abaqus

COMSOL

Flotherm

Icepak

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a Thermal Mechanical Test Engineer in Bastrop, Texas to develop and execute thermal and mechanical modeling and test programs for advanced semiconductor packaging. You will be responsible for conducting simulations and physical tests to ensure the robust performance of Starlink hardware.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in an engineering or science discipline and experience in thermal or mechanical testing. This role involves collaboration with teams and the ability to deliver actionable insights for product development.