Mechanical Engineer

Responsibilities

• Design and analysis of solar array components from photovoltaic cells to integrated electro-mechanical assemblies
• Own and design satellite mechanical systems and associated tooling for solar array sub-assemblies
• Prepare technical design reviews and ensure production outcomes regarding yield, uptime, and cost
• Collaborate with GNC, Avionics, Operations, and Payloads teams
• Provide analytical rationale using hand calculations and FEA
• Complete engineering drawings, schematics, and specifications
• Write and execute test procedures and verification plans
• Design and conduct process qualifications using DOE and statistical process control
• Implement design for manufacturing (DFM) changes with supply chain partners
• Review on-orbit performance data to develop manufacturing and design solutions

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline
• 1+ years of professional experience in mechanical/electromechanical design, analysis, testing, or manufacturing
• Ability to be on feet for 4+ hours a day and work directly with hardware
• Willingness to work extended hours and weekends as necessary
• Ability to travel internationally if needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with solar array design or solar manufacturing industry
• Experience with photovoltaic solar cell performance characterization
• Experience qualifying materials and components for space flight
• Proficiency in 3D CAD (NX preferred)
• Proficiency in dynamic and thermal analysis
• Proficiency in GD&T
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes for composites, soft goods, adhesives, and metals

About the Company

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.