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Sr. Mechanical Engineer (Starlink) at SpaceX

Redmond, WA, United States

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.

SR. MECHANICAL ENGINEER (STARLINK)

SpaceX's Starlink mechanical engineering team designs the most advanced satellite technology in orbit today including space lasers connecting the constellation, antennas that broadcast the internet to thousands of people, mechanisms, solar arrays, thrusters, deployment systems, and the satellite structure itself. Mechanical engineers on Starlink will collaborate across engineering disciplines to help solve a broad set of problems. The ideal candidate excels at working in a multidisciplinary, fast-paced environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Own hardware from conceptual design through high volume production for the Starlink constellation, including electromechanical, RF, and optical systems, mechanisms, and primary/secondary structure

• Rapidly iterate in design space to inform high level systems trades and steer overall product direction

• Develop design criteria, collaborate on requirements, and drive system-level optimization; build math and analysis models to verify product will meet functional targets

• Drive holistic DFM to create elegant designs with a focus on piece part and process count reductions, error proofing at every step of fabrication and integration, and consistent performance and production metrics

• Establish an efficient product lifecycle starting in the supply chain all the way through final integration that balances cost, complexity, and quality; work closely with partner teams to design and realize an efficient in-house production line

• Perform environmental and performance testing on hardware to validate analysis and demonstrate compliance to design criteria

• Lead multidisciplinary root cause investigations and component redesigns to improve reliability and production rate

• Demonstrate extreme ownership of product outcomes at every stage of development and production

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, manufacturing, aerospace engineering, physics or other engineering discipline

• 5+ years of engineering design experience

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Prior ownership of a complex component or assembly from initial design through high-volume production ramp

• Hands-on experience with mechanism design, prototyping, and precision mechanical assembly

• Experience working with PCB designers and exposure to PCB layout and PCBA mechanical design

• Demonstrated understanding of structural analysis and failure modes of mechanical systems

• Knowledge of and experience in selecting materials, manufacturing methods, and surface treatments for mechanical components

• Proficiency with GD&T and tolerance analysis for multi-component assemblies

• Proficiency in one or more programming languages

• Self-motivated, strong multi-tasking, organizational, communication, and documentation skills

• Experience working effectively across multi-disciplinary teams

• Ability to assess risk and make design and development decisions without all available data

• Ability to work in a fast paced, autonomously driven, and demanding atmosphere

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Willing to work extended hours and weekends as necessary

• Some travel required

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here (https://www.pmddtc.state.gov/?id=ddtc_kb_article_page&sys_id=24d528fddbfc930044f9ff621f961987) .

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 notify the Human Resources Department at (310) 363-6000.

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• Location:
  Redmond, Washington
• Company:
  SpaceX