SR. PROPULSION ENGINEER (RAPTOR AVIONICS)
The Raptor Avionics team is responsible for the design, manufacturing and test of all avionics devices installed on Raptor engines. This role will be on a highly interdisciplinary team of engineers developing tightly integrated and application-specific hardware that provides advanced control and diagnostic capabilities to the engine.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop, test, and qualify avionics hardware and sensors used on Raptor
- Collect and document requirements to communicate to stakeholders through data sheets, instruction manuals and other product documentation
- Coordinate, execute, and document acceptance, qualification, and development testing of avionics hardware
- Interface with vendors and internal production teams to support new product introduction & sustaining engineering
- Work across teams (systems, integration, dynamics, guidance, etc.) to ensure appropriate hardware / software is developed to meet vehicle requirements
- Participate in and prepare design reviews
- Investigate failures, document findings and drive corrective actions
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or physics with experience working on pressure transducers or other physical sensors
- 5+ years of experience working with physical sensors, PCBAs and/or test development
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Master’s degree in mechanical engineering or other technical field
- Experience with sensor calibration and/or test rack development
- Experience with mechanical design and analysis
- Experience NPI product lifecycle and scaling up of production
- Data analysis experience in Python, MATLAB or Minitab
- Advanced knowledge of various physical sensors and how they operate, designed, and manufactured
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Extended hours and weekend work may be required to support critical project and mission milestones
- Must be willing to travel < 10%
- Ability to pass Air Force background checks for Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay range:
Propulsion Engineer/Senior: $125,000.00 - $175,000.00/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.
