Execute dynamic testing from start-to-finish including pre-test analysis, sensor selection & installation, testing, and correlation
Full ownership of dynamic event analysis by developing in-house computer programs and correlating with flight data
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in aerospace, physics, or an engineering discipline
1+ years of experience with CAD and FEA software
1+ years of experience with dynamic analysis
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Master’s degree in an engineering discipline
Demonstrated ability to develop/analyze hardware within an integrated engineering team outside of a classroom setting
Experience with a commercial FEA or Multiphysics simulation package (NASTRAN, FEMAP, LS-DYNA)
Analytical/scientific programming experience (Python, Matlab)
Highly proficient in classical mechanics, deformable bodies, and statistics/probability
Excellent oral and written communication skills
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to work long hours and weekends as necessary to support critical milestones
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Pay Range
- Level 1: $100,000.00 - $130,000.00
- Level 2: $115,000.00 - $160,000.00
Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.
Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.
ITAR REQUIREMENTS
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.
