Mechanical Engineer, Structures (Starlink)

Company: Space Exploration Technologies Corp.
Location: Redmond
Posted on: February 16, 2021

Job Description:

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.

MECHANICAL ENGINEER, STRUCTURES (STARLINK)

One of the most ambitious missions that SpaceX has undertaken to date, the Starlink satellite constellation will provide reliable internet to the entire world. As a Mechanical Engineer on the Starlink team, you will design structures and mechanisms for SpaceX's mass-produced communication satellites. You will make decisions about design and verification without the constraints of customer certification. And you will rapidly turn your ideas into giant mountains of hardware thanks to extremely tight integration between engineering and production.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Design, develop and test hardware for the Starlink communication satellites - including primary structure, secondary structure, avionics, and mechanisms
Interface with other teams including avionics, payload, propulsion, GNC, software, thermal, and dynamics to maintain design criteria and systems engineering knowledge of the spacecraft
Conduct internal design reviews
Partner closely with production to ensure a successful hardware outcome
Compile and maintain lessons learned in order to influence future designs

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline
2+ years of experience in mechanical design, CAD, and hardware verification (including internships, student projects, and professional experience)

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

3+ years of project experience in a fast-paced team environment
Strong demonstrated capability in design, CAD and FEA
Demonstrated understanding of structural analysis and failure modes of complex mechanical systems
Hands-on experience with mechanism design, prototyping, and precision mechanical assembly
Demonstrated knowledge of materials and manufacturing methods
Self-motivated with strong multi-tasking, organizational, communication, and documentation skills
Ability to work effectively across multi-disciplinary teams

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to work extended hours and weekends as necessary

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 .

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.

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.

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