Build Engineer (Crew Starship)

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 ofenabling human life on Mars.

BUILD ENGINEER (CREW STARSHIP)

As a Build Engineer for Crew Starship you will be responsible for developing the manufacturing and test processes for cabin structures life support and thermal control components.

Working with the design engineering team you will be responsible for developing the build and integration processes for a variety of crewed hardware. The team is making a transition from design to build with integration execution. You will be well positioned to have a significant impact on the overall production strategy and reliability improvements for the vehicle.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Own the project management planning build and integration of next generation crew spaceflight hardware
• Develop manufacturing processes techniques and tools to enable efficient and high-rate manufacturing for the Crew Starship vehicle. Examples of hardware include crew privacy modules windows floors fans pumps dehumidifiers etc.
• Question requirements delete parts and processes simplify/optimize accelerate and automate hardware production
• Coordinate and execute build qualification and acceptance testing of systems and tooling needed to meet hardware deadlines
• Create original CAD models and prints for flight and/or tooling components
• Participate in design reviews internally and with suppliers and customers

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree in an engineering discipline
• 1 years of engineering experience in manufacturing or integration

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 2 years of experience with GD&T concepts
• Experience with structures mechanisms or interior design or manufacturing in aerospace or aviation industries
• Experience with basic structures calculations analysis and design considerations
• Familiarity with process development facility and line layouts error-proofing
• Detailed knowledge of Siemens NX or similar CAD and PLM packages
• Prior experience with developing maintaining and improving welding processes
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) and ability to succinctly present recommendations to other engineers production teams stakeholders management and executive staff
• Experience at a nimble engineering organization or in a highly technical position that required a scrappy entrepreneurial manner to accomplish tasks with tight time or budget constraints

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Flight hardware typically is built in tight quarters and physical dexterity is required
• Ability to perform job duties that require standing kneeling crouching twisting upper body working in cramped positions in small openings and climbing hand over hand
• Typically exposed to work in extreme outdoor environments heat cold rain
• Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes odors and noise
• Schedule varies depending on site operational needs; flexibility required
• Flexibility to travel to remote build sites in Texas and Florida for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to pass Air Force background check for Cape Canaveral

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range:
Level 1: $100000.00 - $130000.00
Level 2: $115000.00 - $160000.00

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 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. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual carryover and use requirements of the law.

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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