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SpaceX is developing the technologies to enable human life on Mars and is hiring a Development Test Engineer to support rapid R&D and hardware qualification. The role focuses on designing, fabricating, integrating, and operating test stands and instrumentation for spacecraft, launch vehicles, and ground systems to accelerate development cycles and improve reliability.

Skills

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering and 1+ year experience with mechanical structures (academic, extracurricular, or professional)
  • Experience with mechanical design, fabrication, and hands-on assembly
  • Familiarity with CAD (Unigraphics/NX preferred) and drawing standards
  • Knowledge of structural analysis and finite element analysis (FEA)
  • Understanding and application of GD&T
  • Experience with fluid/high-pressure system design (preferred up to 30,000 psi)
  • Basic programming and scripting (Python, JavaScript, HTML/CSS preferred)
  • Data acquisition, controls, and instrumentation experience
  • Ability to travel up to 25%, work at heights, and perform physical tasks

Responsibilities

  • Develop test stand concepts, produce fabrication drawings, wiring schematics, and instrumentation lists
  • Design and analyze structures, fluid systems, and mechanical mechanisms
  • Supervise integration of test stands including fabrication, mechanical assembly, and data/control systems
  • Operate test stands with high attention to detail and execute development tests per procedures
  • Drive test projects from concept through completion and document test results

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (required)
  • Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline (preferred)

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Short- and long-term disability insurance
  • Life insurance and paid parental leave
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan and potential long-term incentives (stock/options)
  • Potential discretionary bonuses
  • Approximately 3 weeks paid vacation and 10+ paid holidays per year
  • Paid sick leave per company policy
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SpaceX, founded by Elon Musk, is an aerospace manufacturer and space transport services company aiming to revolutionize space technology, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

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