Mechanical Engineer

Responsibilities

• Work closely with vehicle analysts and design teams to ensure solutions meet vehicle design and manufacturing process requirements
• Develop production procedures and manage the transition of primary structures and assemblies from the development phase to high-rate production
• Coordinate and execute development, qualification, and acceptance testing of systems, machinery, and tooling
• Execute design for manufacturability changes to enhance production efficiency
• Create original CAD models and prints for flight and/or tooling components
• Lead the on-site design engineering contact for the efficient build of parts and assemblies
• Resolve and analyze manufacturing discrepancies while interfacing with the quality team
• Partner with engineering and production teams to generate ideas for current and next-generation vehicles

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline
• 1+ years of engineering experience in manufacturing or production
• Ability to work extended hours and weekends as necessary
• Physical dexterity to work in tight quarters and cramped positions
• Ability to work in environments with exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
• Must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or otherwise eligible under ITAR

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in mechanical, manufacturing, aerospace, materials or industrial engineering
• Experience with the build, assembly, or integration of large mechanical assemblies
• Knowledge of metallic manufacturing techniques including welding, metal forming, and automation
• Mechanical component and/or tooling design experience using 3D CAD software
• Experience with design for manufacture and assembly (DFMA)
• Experience transitioning complex products from R&D to high-volume manufacturing

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.