SpaceX
Mechanical Engineer, Heatshield (Starship)
About this role
SpaceX is seeking a Mechanical Engineer specializing in heatshield systems for the Starship program. This role involves designing, testing, and improving thermal protection solutions, with an emphasis on collaborative problem-solving in a fast-paced environment.
What you'll do
- Develop and qualify thermal protection system solutions
- Manage thermal challenges from concept to final hardware
- Collaborate with production to address hardware issues
- Analyze post-flight conditions to enhance heatshield designs
- Coordinate multidisciplinary projects with various engineering teams
- Engage with suppliers to integrate new materials and processes
What they're looking for
- Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering fields
- Experience in mechanical or thermal systems
- Familiarity with thermal protection systems
- Strong knowledge of aerothermal heating
- Hands-on experience in extreme thermal environments
- Proficiency in CAD software like Siemens NX
- Ability to conduct thermal or mechanical analysis
- Problem-solving skills for open-ended design challenges
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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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- spacex.com