Support live test and flight operations in role of primary console operator
Exercise risk-conscious decision-making skills under high pressure, across multi-disciplinary systems
Support vehicle-level readiness and data reviews for the engine system
Represent engine system in role of a responsible engineer to the rest of the vehicle, ground, customer, and administrative disciplines
Develop test plans, and analyze test results in support of test and flight operations
Execute walkdowns, and support hardware troubleshooting in the field
Implement and maintain rigorous hardware and software verification processes through practical application of automation and process controls
Fully own critical spaceflight hardware with profound responsibility
Balance competing priorities and several dynamic projects simultaneously, while assessing level of depth/accuracy needed for each task
Push tasks to complete closure, with a burning sense of urgency and extreme ownership
Ability to pivot and adapt quickly to changes in direction, schedule, priority, and/or level of depth as needed, to stay aligned with program’s shifting needs
Operate in high-stress environment with grit and endurance
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline
1+ years of experience with pressurized fluid systems
1+ years of experience in hardware design, manufacture, assembly, test and/or flight
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Understanding of engineering fundamentals and the ability to perform basic analysis
Demonstrable proficiency in the basic principles of compressible/incompressible flow, thermodynamics, and materials
Experience developing hardware from concept to working prototypes, and refining the designs and operations to achieve robustness and autonomy
Experience with engineering programming tools (Python, MATLAB, or similar)
Liquid engine development experience, or experience working with pressurized fluid components such as valves and pneumatic systems
Experience operating in a rapidly growing, changing and technical environment
Ability to act and execute in a scrappy and entrepreneurial manner
Familiarity with Starship engine and propulsion systems
Familiarity with basic concepts of control systems
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be able to travel between Hawthorne, CA and Starbase, TX in support of test and flight operations and hardware development – up to 10%
Must be able to work extended hours and weekends as needed
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.
