Mechanical Engineer, User Products (Starshield)
SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP, Hawthorne, California, United States, 90250
Overview
Mechanical Engineer, User Products (Starshield) – Hawthorne, CA SpaceX was founded to enable human life on Mars. Starshield leverages SpaceX’s Starlink technology and launch capability to support national security efforts. While Starlink is designed for consumer and commercial use, Starshield is designed for government use, with an initial focus on earth observation, communications, and hosted payloads. MECHANICAL ENGINEER, USER PRODUCTS (STARSHIELD) As a mechanical engineer on the User Products team, you will own conceptualization, design, qualification, and integration of Starshield’s custom products that are used in the toughest environments around the world. This role requires strong technical, design, and analysis skills, the drive to complete work, and close coordination with electrical teams to realize high-reliability hardware. Responsibilities
Own hardware from conceptual design through volume production and in-flight operations to support various customer needs Develop design criteria, collaborate on requirements, and drive system-level optimization Rapidly iterate on designs and analysis to inform high-level systems trades and steer overall product direction 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 Generate detailed production and integration drawings using GD&T and perform tolerance stack-up analysis Establish an efficient product lifecycle starting in the supply chain 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 with design criteria Own product delivery timeline through conception, design, assembly, and launch Demonstrate extreme ownership of product outcomes at every stage of development and production Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in an engineering or STEM discipline Experience with CAD or FEA software packages (professional, academic, entrepreneurial, or hobby) 1+ years of experience with mechanical and/or electromechanical design and analysis (internship and extracurricular experience applicable) Preferred Skills and Experience
Master’s degree in engineering or related technical discipline Ability and willingness to obtain a Top Secret clearance Solid understanding and application of GD&T Demonstrated ability to own hardware or systems within an integrated engineering team outside a classroom setting Demonstrated understanding of structural analysis and failure modes of complex mechanical systems Self-motivated with strong organizational, written, and oral communication skills Proficient in 3D CAD (NX preferred) Additional Requirements
Able to work extended hours and weekends as needed to support critical path development and/or critical on-orbit operations Ability to travel to SpaceX, vendors, customers, and partner locations as necessary An active clearance may provide the opportunity to work on sensitive SpaceX missions; pre-employment drug and random drug and alcohol testing may apply Compensation and Benefits
Pay range: Mechanical Engineer/Level 1: $95,000 – $115,000 per year Mechanical Engineer/Level 2: $110,000 – $130,000 per year Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge, education, and experience. Those with an active clearance may receive a 10% differential, up to an additional $15,000 annually, once briefed into a classified program. Base salary is one part of the total rewards package at SpaceX. You may be eligible for long-term incentives, discretionary bonuses, and the potential to purchase stock through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive medical, vision, and dental coverage, a 401(k) plan, disability and life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may accrue paid vacation and holidays, with policies for paid sick leave in effect. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, including ITAR, applicant must be a U.S. citizen or national, a lawful permanent resident, or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is governed on the basis of merit, competence, and qualifications and will not be influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or other legally protected status. For accommodation requests in the application/interview process, contact EEOCompliance@spacex.com.
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Mechanical Engineer, User Products (Starshield) – Hawthorne, CA SpaceX was founded to enable human life on Mars. Starshield leverages SpaceX’s Starlink technology and launch capability to support national security efforts. While Starlink is designed for consumer and commercial use, Starshield is designed for government use, with an initial focus on earth observation, communications, and hosted payloads. MECHANICAL ENGINEER, USER PRODUCTS (STARSHIELD) As a mechanical engineer on the User Products team, you will own conceptualization, design, qualification, and integration of Starshield’s custom products that are used in the toughest environments around the world. This role requires strong technical, design, and analysis skills, the drive to complete work, and close coordination with electrical teams to realize high-reliability hardware. Responsibilities
Own hardware from conceptual design through volume production and in-flight operations to support various customer needs Develop design criteria, collaborate on requirements, and drive system-level optimization Rapidly iterate on designs and analysis to inform high-level systems trades and steer overall product direction 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 Generate detailed production and integration drawings using GD&T and perform tolerance stack-up analysis Establish an efficient product lifecycle starting in the supply chain 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 with design criteria Own product delivery timeline through conception, design, assembly, and launch Demonstrate extreme ownership of product outcomes at every stage of development and production Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in an engineering or STEM discipline Experience with CAD or FEA software packages (professional, academic, entrepreneurial, or hobby) 1+ years of experience with mechanical and/or electromechanical design and analysis (internship and extracurricular experience applicable) Preferred Skills and Experience
Master’s degree in engineering or related technical discipline Ability and willingness to obtain a Top Secret clearance Solid understanding and application of GD&T Demonstrated ability to own hardware or systems within an integrated engineering team outside a classroom setting Demonstrated understanding of structural analysis and failure modes of complex mechanical systems Self-motivated with strong organizational, written, and oral communication skills Proficient in 3D CAD (NX preferred) Additional Requirements
Able to work extended hours and weekends as needed to support critical path development and/or critical on-orbit operations Ability to travel to SpaceX, vendors, customers, and partner locations as necessary An active clearance may provide the opportunity to work on sensitive SpaceX missions; pre-employment drug and random drug and alcohol testing may apply Compensation and Benefits
Pay range: Mechanical Engineer/Level 1: $95,000 – $115,000 per year Mechanical Engineer/Level 2: $110,000 – $130,000 per year Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge, education, and experience. Those with an active clearance may receive a 10% differential, up to an additional $15,000 annually, once briefed into a classified program. Base salary is one part of the total rewards package at SpaceX. You may be eligible for long-term incentives, discretionary bonuses, and the potential to purchase stock through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive medical, vision, and dental coverage, a 401(k) plan, disability and life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may accrue paid vacation and holidays, with policies for paid sick leave in effect. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, including ITAR, applicant must be a U.S. citizen or national, a lawful permanent resident, or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is governed on the basis of merit, competence, and qualifications and will not be influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or other legally protected status. For accommodation requests in the application/interview process, contact EEOCompliance@spacex.com.
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