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Integration & Test Engineer (Falcon & Dragon)

Hawthorne, CA$100k–$160kmidAdded today

About this role

SpaceX seeks an Integration & Test Engineer to oversee build, inspection, and integration processes for Falcon and Dragon vehicles. You'll bridge development and production, refine manufacturing processes, troubleshoot production challenges, and drive continuous improvements to meet safety, quality, and delivery targets in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

What you'll do

  • Manage build and inspection of structural, propulsion, and integrated assemblies for Falcon & Dragon vehicles
  • Develop, qualify, and refine manufacturing processes to meet design, safety, quality, and delivery requirements
  • Collaborate with engineers and technicians to solve large-scale production challenges
  • Evaluate designs for manufacturability and feasibility in evolving production settings
  • Resolve product non-conformances and lead root cause corrective actions with quality teams
  • Plan and execute equipment, machine, and layout upgrades to support volume production demand

What they're looking for

  • Manufacturing process development and optimization
  • Aerospace assembly and integration techniques
  • Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DFMA)
  • 3D CAD software and mechanical design analysis
  • Metallic manufacturing (welding, forming, fastening, bonding, automation)
  • Production floor layout and capacity planning
  • Technical documentation and work instruction writing
  • Root cause analysis and corrective action implementation

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions
  • Long-term incentives including stock options and equity awards
  • 3 weeks paid vacation plus 10+ paid holidays annually
  • Paid parental leave and short/long-term disability insurance
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan with discounted rates
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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.

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Likely interview questions

  • Describe your experience transitioning a product from R&D into high-volume manufacturing—what challenges did you face?
  • Walk us through how you've used DFMA principles to reduce costs or improve manufacturability in a previous role.