Avionics Engineer (Electrical) at SpaceX
Hawthorne, CA, 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.
AVIONICS ENGINEER (ELECTRICAL)
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Act as the primary liaison between avionics engineering, supply chain, production, etc. to ensure rate objectives are met through manufacturing and test
Support both part production and manufacturing/test process development within the team's area of focus and demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement
Implement, simplify, and automate high reliability manufacturing and test processes such that the production teams can operate independently of engineering
Work with peer engineering and support teams to drive design updates in response to manufacturing issues, part obsolescence, and system requirement changes
Spearhead cost reduction efforts and implement initiatives to meet and exceed departmental objectives while never compromising on quality
Design, develop, validate, and implement tooling to ensure repeatability and efficiency
Contribute to design reviews acting as an expert in design for manufacturability, design for testability, yield improvements, supplier capabilities assessments, quality control, etc.
Primary point of contact for production non-conforming product, troubleshooting, root cause, failure investigations and corrective actions
Prepare engineering documentation necessary for the transition from development to production including assembly procedures, test procedures, standard operating procedures, schematic diagrams, bills of materials, suitable alternate parts lists and mechanical drawings
Develop training requirements for production personnel
Work creatively and innovate to support SpaceX's lofty goals by always being prepared to challenge the status quo
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline
1+ years of experience in design, manufacturing, and/or production of mechanical or electrical hardware systems (internship and collegiate extracurricular engineering project experience qualifies)
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
3+ years of professional experience in design and/or production of mechanical or electronics hardware systems
Experience implementing design for manufacture and design for test for electromechanical hardware
Ability to create and deliver presentations for design and manufacturing readiness reviews
Experience transitioning products from design to manufacturing as part of a cross-functional team in a fast-paced iterative design environments
Experience modeling with 3D CAD software such as: NX/Unigraphics, Catia, Solidworks
Working proficiency with DFMEA and PFMEA methodology and implementation
SPC knowledge and experience applying statistical methods to track process capability
Experience with PCBA, electromechanical assembly, and test processes
Basic competency with SQL databases
Demonstrated experience designing tooling in a manufacturing environment
Hands-on engineer with a passion for continuous improvement and building the best hardware
Capable of solving complex problems with little to no supervision on schedule as an individual or as a member of an integrated team
Experience in a fast-paced, iterative design environments within the consumer electronics, mobile handset, medical devices, aerospace, marine or automotive industries.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be willing to work extended hours and/or extended as needed
Some travel to outside vendors may be required (up to 10%)
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
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.
