Propulsion Engineer (Raptor Components)

About this role

SpaceX seeks a Propulsion Engineer to design and develop mechanical and electro-mechanical control assemblies for the Raptor engine. You'll combine pneumatics, mechanical, electrical, and software expertise to create highly reliable components that operate in extreme environments on Starship, while collaborating across manufacturing, testing, and flight teams.

What you'll do

• Create and refine CAD models, engineering drawings, analyses, and component specifications to maximize reliability
• Lead root cause investigations across development, production, test, and launch phases with corrective action implementation
• Design highly reliable, manufacturable flow control devices for extreme thermal and pressure conditions
• Conduct comprehensive component testing and validation across multiple build and launch sites
• Collaborate with supply chain, manufacturing, and flight teams to achieve high factory yield and cost-effective production
• Contribute to system-level architecture decisions based on component capabilities and limitations

What they're looking for

• CAD and mechanical design
• Mechanical systems analysis and modeling
• Fluid dynamics and gas systems
• Solid mechanics and stress analysis
• Electro-mechanical device design (valves, actuators, motors, regulators)
• Test instrumentation and control systems
• Technical troubleshooting and problem-solving
• Aerospace or mechanical engineering fundamentals

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with discount
• 3 weeks of paid vacation and 10+ paid holidays annually
• Short and long-term disability and life insurance
• Paid parental leave