Launch Engineer, Mechanical/Fluids (Starship Launch Pad)
Location
Texas, United States
Level
Full-Time
Department
Aerospace
Type
Salary
Job Description
Posted on:
2025-05-02
Responsibilities
- Drive hardware development for systems within the Starship tower and launch mount.
- Own design and manufacturing of mechanisms, actuation systems, fluid systems, and large structures.
- Perform structural, dynamic, thermal, and fluids analysis to optimize system design.
- Collaborate with software and operation engineers to develop robust, fault-tolerant systems.
- Work with engineers designing the Starship and Super Heavy vehicles for effective integration.
- Ensure systems can operate under extreme launch conditions.
- Maintain a focus on rapid iteration and improvement for technology advancement.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline.
- 1+ years of experience with CAD and FEA software.
- 1+ years of experience in mechanical or fluid systems design and hands-on assembly.
- Master’s degree in engineering preferred.
- 3+ years of professional experience in mechanical design and analysis preferred.
- Solid understanding of GD&T and manufacturing techniques.
- Strong organizational, written, and oral communication skills.
