SpaceX

New Graduate Engineer, Propulsion (Starship)

Job Description

Posted on: 
2026-02-21

The New Graduate Engineer, Propulsion role at SpaceX involves developing fluid systems for interplanetary vehicles, focusing on design, analysis, and manufacturing processes related to propulsion systems.

Responsibilities

  • Perform fluids system sizing analysis to determine system requirements
  • Transform system requirements into hardware concepts and trade implementation options
  • Design pressurized and unpressurized structures and parts, creating CAD models and prints
  • Perform structural analysis of parts to ensure survivability
  • Execute design for manufacturability changes to enhance production efficiency
  • Drive the first builds of flight hardware and collaborate with the manufacturing team
  • Coordinate development, qualification, and acceptance testing of flight hardware

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or physics
  • 1+ years of mechanical or fluids design, analysis, or build experience
  • Experience with fluid dynamics, finite element modeling, or related software
  • Familiarity with pressurized components (valves, regulators, etc.)
  • Experience with finite element analysis (FEA) software packages
  • Proficiency in Siemens NX or similar CAD software
  • Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
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