SpaceX
Integration & Test Engineer (Falcon)
About this role
SpaceX seeks an Integration & Test Engineer to support Falcon 9 rocket processing, assembly, and launch operations at Vandenberg Space Force Base. You'll develop test procedures, lead hands-on integration work, troubleshoot anomalies, and drive continuous improvement across flight hardware and ground systems.
What you'll do
- Process Falcon 9 flight vehicles for rapid reuse, integration, and launch operations
- Develop and execute checkout procedures for rockets and ground support equipment
- Lead hands-on assembly, integration, and testing of vehicle assemblies
- Direct field technicians and collaborate across departments to resolve test anomalies
- Design tools and hardware for vehicle assembly and system testing
- Lead root cause investigations and corrective actions to ensure flight readiness
What they're looking for
- Mechanical, electrical, and fluid systems design or implementation
- Test plan and procedure development
- Multi-disciplinary systems integration
- Launch vehicle or spacecraft integration experience
- Hazardous systems testing (high pressure, high energy, gases/fluids)
- Data acquisition and field measurements
- Flight hardware avionics knowledge
- Leadership and technical communication
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match eligibility
- Long-term stock incentives and employee stock purchase plan
- 3 weeks paid vacation and 10+ paid holidays annually
- Short and long-term disability and life insurance
- Paid parental leave
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SpaceX
SpaceX develops advanced spacecraft and satellite systems, including the Starshield government satellite constellation and Starfall re-entry cargo capsule for global delivery. The company is hiring engineers in avionics integration, software test automation, mechanical design, and hardware reliability to validate flight-critical systems and ensure mission success.
- Website
- spacex.com
Likely interview questions
- Describe your hands-on experience integrating mechanical, electrical, and software systems in a complex project.
- Walk us through a time you identified and resolved a critical issue during vehicle assembly or testing.