Launch Engineer, Spacecraft Integration (Payloads)

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.

LAUNCH ENGINEER, SPACECRAFT INTEGRATION (PAYLOADS)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide engineering support to the following efforts: Starlink satellite integration, and customer payload integration

• Develop and execute procedures for the integration and checkout of Starlink satellites, commercial/government spacecraft integration, and ground support equipment part maintenance

• Closely collaborate with engineering staff and highly skilled technicians on a daily basis

• Manage and track multiple priorities while maintaining a focus towards common project goals

• Manage the driving of non-conformances into actionable items and system improvements reflected in work instructions

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline

• 1+ years of experience with multi-disciplinary system assemblies (past work experience, internships, team/personal projects with aerospace vehicles/payloads, automotive, aircraft, or marine assemblies qualify)

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Hands-on experience with one or more of the following: launch vehicle or spacecraft integration; operations in 100,000 class or better clean rooms; test operations with gases/fluids; data acquisition setup and field measurements

• Strong written and oral communication skills, a meticulous attention to detail, an emphasis on safety, cleanliness, adherence to corporate policies and standards, a great attitude, and the ability to work with a team

• Experience in writing test plans and test procedures

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, autonomously driven, and demanding start-up atmosphere

• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

• Ability to work well in a team environment. Able to work well with a wide range of people across multiple organizations, including mission management, customers, and vendors

• Professional experience testing and operating with or around hazardous systems (high pressure, high energy, hazardous gases/fluids, etc.)

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to pass background checks for Vandenberg Space Force Base and Cape Canaveral

• Physical effort including standing, lifting and carrying moderately heavy materials or equipment (15 to 35 lbs.)

• Overall mental fitness with the ability to work in a high-concentration, high-stress environment requiring prolonged mental concentration (under possible extended work hours)

• Occasional travel may be required

• Schedules vary due to site operational needs, and night/weekend shift rotations are often necessary – flexibility is required

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range:

Level 1: $100,000.00 - $117,500.00 Level 2: $115,000.00 - $140,000.00

Your actual level and base salary will be dete