Sr. Propulsion Engineer (Raptor Avionics)

SpaceX • Hawthorne, CA • 12h ago

Hawthorne, CA

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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.

SR. PROPULSION ENGINEER (RAPTOR AVIONICS)

The Raptor Avionics team is responsible for the design, manufacturing and test of all avionics devices installed on Raptor engines. This role will be on a highly interdisciplinary team of engineers developing tightly integrated and application-specific hardware that provides advanced control and diagnostic capabilities to the engine.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develop, test, and qualify avionics hardware and sensors used on Raptor

Collect and document requirements to communicate to stakeholders through data sheets, instruction manuals and other product documentation

Coordinate, execute, and document acceptance, qualification, and development testing of avionics hardware

Interface with vendors and internal production teams to support new product introduction and sustaining engineering

Work across teams (systems, integration, dynamics, guidance, etc.) to ensure appropriate hardware / software is developed to meet vehicle requirements

Participate in and prepare design reviews

Investigate failures, document findings and drive corrective actions

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in engineering or physics with experience working on pressure transducers or other physical sensors

5+ years of experience working with physical sensors, PCBAs and/or test development

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Master's degree in mechanical engineering or other technical field

Experience with sensor calibration and/or test rack development

Experience with mechanical design and analysis

Experience NPI product lifecycle and scaling up of production

Data analysis experience in Python, MATLAB or Minitab

Advanced knowledge of various physical sensors and how they operate, designed, and manufactured

Excellent communication and teamwork skills

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Extended hours and weekend work may be required to support critical project and mission milestones

Must be willing to travel

Ability to pass Air Force background checks for Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:

Propulsion 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. 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 ITARhere (https://www.pmddtc.state.gov/?id=ddtc\kb\article\page&sys\id=24d528fddbfc930044f9ff621f961987) .

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 reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.

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