SpaceX

Propulsion Engineer (Starship)

Job Description

Posted on: 
2025-08-22

Responsibilities

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

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's or advanced degree in aerospace, manufacturing, materials, or mechanical engineering.
  • 1+ years of mechanical or fluids design, analysis, or build experience.
  • Preferred 2+ years of experience in aerospace/mechanical engineering.
  • Experience with GD&T concepts and fluid dynamics modeling.
  • Familiarity with pressurized components and finite element analysis software.
  • Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work in physically demanding environments and travel to remote sites.
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