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Propulsion Components Engineering Leadership Development Programat SpaceXHawthorne, CA, United StatesSpaceX 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.PROPULSION COMPONENTS ENGINEERING LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMThe Propulsion Components team develops the most advanced spacecraft and launch vehicle components in the world. Our engineers serve as hardware experts for the flow control devices that drive the critical capabilities on our Dragon and Falcon vehicles - from engine throttling to attitude control. We design and build valves, regulators, and actuators for maximum reliability in extreme environments, with temperatures ranging from +900F to -400F and pressures beyond 10,000 psig. Propulsion component engineers are expected to lead their own projects from concept to flight using their strength in design and hands-on assembly and testing. A trip to Mars requires lightweight, manufacturable components that can withstand the acceleration of a launch vehicle while demonstrating the precision and reliability of a spacecraft. Through 3 hands-on rotations, this program equips engineers to lead the design of innovative propulsion components to accelerate manned space exploration.In this advanced rotational program, you will work on 3 of the following teams:
Spacecraft Propulsion Component Design (Crew Dragon)
Launch Vehicle and Engine Component Design (Falcon 9, Merlin engines)
Launch Vehicle and Engine Component Design (Starship, Raptor engines)
Spacecraft and Launch Vehicle Component Test Engineering
Spacecraft and Launch Vehicle Component Manufacturing Engineering
Program members will complete 3 six-month rotations including 1 spacecraft component design rotation, 1 launch vehicle component design rotation, and 1 rotation of your choice in the counterpart test or manufacturing groups.RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for design and analysis of new fluid components, development of advanced manufacturing processes, and design and construction of automated component test equipment for the Falcon 9, Dragon and Mars vehicles
Generate detailed drawings and coordinate valve manufacturing with the production team
Develop and execute qualification test plans to ensure readiness for flight (vibration, shock, thermal cycle, life cycle, flow testing)
Develop production flight acceptance tests for propulsion components
Generate and maintain component specifications
Troubleshoot and document component anomalies that arise at the build, test, or launch sites
Certify hardware for manned flight and repeated reuse
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering
1+ years of experience designing and analyzing mechanical systems via professional work experience, project/research-based student experience, or a combination of both
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Master's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering
Working knowledge of valves, regulators, burst disks, and other fluid components
Experience working on mechanisms or mechanical systems (e.g. drivetrains, pumps, engines, etc.)
Fundamental understanding of launch vehicle and/or spacecraft fluid systems
Hands-on experience with fluid and/or gas handling systems
Leadership experience on a project or research team
Experience using test instrumentation and control components (e.g. pressure transducers, thermocouples, resistance temperature detectors, relays, solenoid valves, etc.)
Experience building or fixing mechanical systems on a recreational basis
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Travel to vendors and other SpaceX sites as needed
Must be able to work nights and weekends as needed
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 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.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.
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