BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline
- 5+ years of demonstrated hands-on experience in a manufacturing or test environment
- Ability to author CAD, drawings, finite element models, technical manuals, reports and/or schematics (Unigraphics NX, FEMAP, ANSYS, etc.)
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Master’s degree in engineering or related mathematics technical field
- Knowledge or experience in aerospace structural or mechanical systems assembly and testing
- Demonstrated knowledge in system automation via software and hardware selection
- Strong first principles in physics measured through accurate free body diagrams
- Strong project management skills (project team sizes can range from 3 to 30 individuals
- Strong technical communication skills to serve as subject matter expert to peer test engineers
- Experience with data acquisition hardware and software in hands-on testing environments (hydraulic and pneumatic systems)
- 5+ years of experience using test instrumentation and control components such as: pressure transducers, thermocouples, RTDs, strain gauges, accelerometers, flow meters, load cells, relays and solenoid valves
- Experience with LabVIEW , Python and DiaDEM software
- Experience with control system logic (PID, PLC)
- Knowledge in production methods such as machining (milling, drilling, tapping), composite layup, molding, materials and heat treatment
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Position may require extended work hours and weekend work
- Must be able to climb ladders and work in tight spaces
- Occasional travel to other SpaceX sites, as needed; ~5%
- Schedules vary due to site operational needs – flexibility required.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay range:
Test Engineer/Senior: $125,000.00 - $175,000.00/per year
Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.
Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
- To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
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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