Mechanical Engineer, Soft Goods Manufacturing

SpaceX • Bloomfield, CT • 2h ago

Bloomfield, CT

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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.

MECHANICAL ENGINEER, SOFT GOODS MANUFACTURING

At the SpaceX Bloomfield office, a Mechanical Engineer is responsible for the continued development and production of critical parachutes and other specialized soft-good components for all programs across SpaceX (Dragon, Falcon, Starship and Starlink). Each of these programs plays a part of ultimately extending humankind's reach to the moon, Mars, and beyond.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Support the shop floor to enable uninterrupted production of high-quality parts through ownership of planning documents and close communication with operators

Execute design for manufacturability changes to enhance production efficiency

Resolve and analyze manufacturing discrepancies while interfacing with the quality team (resolving issues for design, fabrication, and assembly)

Act as the on-site design engineering contact for the efficient build of parts and assemblies

Own the design and development of various soft-good designs (parachutes, slings, protective blankets, closeouts etc.)

Produce drawings of designs in CAD and NX in a rapidly changing environment

Lead design reviews internally and externally with suppliers and customers

Be responsible for program management and project delivery timeline from early design through testing, production, launch, and recovery

Exemplify technical excellence and be accountable for your work

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or physics

1+ years experience with CAD software packages (internship and extracurricular experience is applicable)

1+ years of hands-on experience driving the design and development of mechanical components or systems (internship and project team experience is applicable)

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Experience working with design, analysis and building of soft-good components

Leadership experience on an engineering or project team

Knowledge of SpaceX tools and systems (warp, NX, issue ticket system) are a plus

Exceptional written and verbal communication with an emphasis on interpersonal and organizational skills

Strong ability to use data and analysis to make fast data driven decisions

Willingness and desire to exemplify extreme ownership of flight critical spacecraft systems

Proactive problem-solving skills such as failure analysis, root cause investigation, and DOE creation

Prior experience in a fast-paced manufacturing setting

Master's degree in an engineering discipline

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed

Ability to travel to remote sites in Texas, Florida, and California as needed

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

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:

Mechanical Engineer/Level I: $95,000.00 - $115,000.00/per year

Mechanical 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. 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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