Development Test Engineer
Location
Hawthorne, CA
Level
Mid-Level
Department
Aerospace & Space
Type
Salary
$95,000 - $115,000
Job Description
Posted on:
2025-08-18
Responsibilities
- 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.
- Conduct development tests for new structures, components, and mechanisms.
- Collaborate on projects to ensure timely completion.
- Travel to other SpaceX sites as needed, up to 25%.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering.
- 1+ years of experience in mechanical structure design or analysis.
- Understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).
- 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 at elevated heights.
