SpaceX
Mechanical Integration & Test Engineer (Starshield)
About this role
SpaceX seeks a Mechanical Integration & Test Engineer for the Starshield program to manage satellite integration builds, optimize manufacturing processes, and ensure mission success. You'll work hands-on with engineers and technicians to evaluate designs, develop procedures, and resolve non-conformances in a fast-paced production environment.
What you'll do
- Manage integration build flow and test operations for satellites
- Evaluate designs for manufacturability and integration feasibility
- Collaborate with engineers and technicians to optimize manufacturing and automation
- Develop and refine assembly procedures based on operational insights
- Execute day-to-day vehicle integration and testing activities
- Investigate non-conformances, determine root causes, and drive system improvements
What they're looking for
- Systems integration and testing
- Manufacturing and assembly processes
- Design evaluation and optimization
- Test planning and execution
- Configuration and documentation management
- Propulsion, thermal, electrical, or structural systems knowledge
- MATLAB or Python programming
- Avionics systems integration
Benefits
- Medical, vision, and dental coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan
- 3 weeks paid vacation and 10+ paid holidays annually
- Stock options and employee stock purchase plan
- 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 a time you identified a manufacturing or integration issue and how you resolved it with minimal guidance.
- How would you approach evaluating a proposed design for manufacturability in a production satellite environment?