BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, aerospace/aeronautical, physics, or chemical engineering discipline
- 2+ years of professional experience with propulsion systems, fluid systems, and/or integrated vehicle test engineering
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Strong understanding of thermodynamics, and fluid mechanics (compressible and incompressible)
- Working knowledge of statics, mechanics of materials, and pressurized structures
- Familiarity with basic concepts of control systems and free-body dynamics
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and exceptional attention to detail
- Experience working with pressurized fluid systems such as: high-pressure systems, pneumatic systems, hydraulic systems, cryogenic propellants, pressure control devices, valves, tubes/pipes, diffusers, and fittings
- Experience testing aircraft, rocket stage or engine systems, or other fluid systems
- Experience with integrated flight operations (flight, on-orbit, or launch)
- Familiarity with common aerospace instrumentation (pressure transducers, RTDs)
- Hands-on hardware experience performing fabrication, integration, assembly, and testing or operation (professional, academic, entrepreneurial, or hobbies)
- Demonstrated track record of success in a rapidly changing, highly technical, and data-driven environment - ability to act and execute in a scrappy, entrepreneurial manner against tight timelines while appropriately managing risk
- Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) and ability to succinctly communicate in high-stakes, time-sensitive situations
- Working knowledge of Python
- Working knowledge of version-controlling software such as SVN and/or GIT
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed
- Must be willing to travel in support of test and launch operations
- Ability to pass Air Force background checks for Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay Range:
Propulsion Engineer/Level I: $95,000.00 - $115,000.00/per year
Propulsion Engineer/Level II: $110,000.00 - $130,000.00/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.
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