Launch Engineer, Spacecraft Integration (Dragon Maintenance)

LAUNCH ENGINEER, SPACECRAFT INTEGTATION (DRAGON MAINTENANCE)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and execute procedures for the integration and test of crew/cargo Dragon flight hardware as well as ground support equipment
• Responsible for enabling day-to-day execution of the vehicle maintenance, propellant system checkouts and avionics test flow
• Develop and refine inspection, repair/retrofit, assembly and system test procedures based on lessons learned to mature status
• Design high-level vehicle maintenance architecture including build flow and test operations for maximum efficiency
• Run vehicle system level checkouts as a test conductor on console for flown capsules
• Manage work orders and the driving of non-conformances into actionable items and system improvements
• Maintain large integrated planning documents that are inclusive of varying capsule configurations and work scope
• Design and develop tools and hardware to enable vehicle processing and ensure vehicle testing abilities
• Help develop, build and maintain Dragon processing facilities
• Closely collaborate with engineering staff from other departments and highly skilled technicians on a daily basis
• Work with a government or commercial customer on pre- and post- flight preparations for human spaceflight
• Manage and track multiple priorities while maintaining a focus towards common project goals

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, physics, aerospace engineering, or other engineering discipline
• 1+ years of experience with multi-disciplinary system assemblies (past work experience, internships, team/personal projects with aerospace vehicles/payloads, automotive, aircraft, or marine assemblies qualify)

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience working on spacecraft or launch vehicles
• Experience working with hypergols
• Experience in writing test plans and test procedures
• Proficiency in or hands-on experience with one or more of the following: launch vehicle or spacecraft integration; operations in 100,000 class or better clean rooms; test operations with gases/fluids; and data acquisition setup and field measurements
• Acute attention to detail
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
• A positive, upbeat attitude and ability to perform work expectations and thrive in a high-stress environment
• Ability to work well in a team environment and communicate clearly and accurately with a wide range of people

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to pass Air Force background check for Cape Canaveral
• Willing to work in clean room environment
• Physical effort including standing, lifting and carrying moderately heavy materials or equipment (15 to 35 lbs.)
• Comfortable being trained to work around hypergolic propellants (MMH and NTO) and willing to work with hazardous materials
• Overall mental fitness with the ability to work in a high-concentration, high-stress environment requiring prolonged mental concentration (under possible extended work hours)
• Occasional travel may be required
• Schedules vary due to site operational needs, and night/weekend shift rotations are often necessary – flexibility is required

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:
Launch Engineer/Level I: $95,000.00 - $115,000.00/per year
Launch Engineer/Level II: $110,000.00 - $130,000.00/per year

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.