Development Test Engineer

The Development Test Engineer role at SpaceX involves working in a fast-paced R&D group focused on developing and testing new products, ground systems, spacecraft, and launch vehicles. The engineer will design, fabricate, and implement test equipment while conducting development tests.

• Create test stand concepts, fabrication drawings, wiring schematics, and instrumentation lists.
• Design and analyze structures, fluid systems, and mechanisms.
• Supervise the integration of test stands including fabrication, mechanical assembly, and data/control systems.
• Operate test stands with great attention to detail.

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering.
• 1+ years of experience in mechanical structure design or analysis.
• Understanding and application of GD&T.
• Experience with Unigraphics (NX) and finite element analysis (FEA).
• Hands-on design and fabrication experience.
• Basic programming skills (Python, JavaScript, HTML/CSS preferred).
• Ability to work in outdoor environments and travel as needed.