Launch Engineer, Mechanical/Fluids (Starship Launch Pad)
Location
Texas, United States
Level
Mid-Level
Department
Aerospace & Space
Type
Salary
Job Description
Posted on:
2025-06-15
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 design.
- Collaborate with software and operation engineers on launch mount systems.
- Work with engineers to ensure effective integration of tower, launch mount, and vehicle systems.
- Support rapid iteration and improvement of technology.
- Ensure systems are robust and fault-tolerant in extreme launch conditions.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline.
- 1+ years of experience with CAD and FEA software.
- 1+ years of experience with mechanical or fluid systems design and hands-on assembly.
- Master’s degree in engineering or related discipline preferred.
- 3+ years of professional experience in mechanical design and analysis preferred.
- Solid understanding of GD&T and manufacturing techniques.
- Physical dexterity for working in tight quarters at high elevations.
