Launch Engineer – Fluid Systems – Fabrication
| Company | SpaceX |
|---|---|
| Location | Vandenberg Village, CA, USA |
| Salary | $95000 – $130000 |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
| Experience Level | Junior, Mid Level |
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, chemical engineering, physics, computer science, or other engineering discipline
- 1+ years of hands on experience working with fluid, mechanical, or low voltage electrical systems
Responsibilities
- Serve as the responsible engineer for one or multiple launch site fluid systems including compressible, incompressible, and/or cryogenic fluid systems
- Utilize knowledge of heat transfer, thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, controls, and instrumentation to troubleshoot issues present in various launch pad systems
- Work with, and direct, a skilled technician workforce to carry out design, build, troubleshooting, maintenance activities, upgrades, and operational procedures
- Contribute to the development and improvement of the functional automation relating to the fluid system(s) for which you are responsible
- Identify and implement upgrades to launch pad hardware, software, and procedures – drive continuous improvement in these areas by interfacing regularly with various teams across SpaceX
- Serve as the lead engineer for the site during design, construction, and activation
- Represent SpaceX by presenting certification packages and engineering data to U.S. government agencies including NASA, US Space Force and others
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working at a rocket launch/test facility and supporting launch/test campaigns
- Experience using and troubleshooting control systems for remote operations and instrumentation feedback
- Experience using CAESAR II or similar pipe stress analysis programs
- Experience using SOLIDWORKS, Siemens NX, or similar CAD software
- Experience using python or other programming languages for data review and analysis
- Experience testing and operating with or around hazardous systems (high pressure, high energy, hazardous gases & fluids, etc.)
- Familiarity with instrumentation and control components (pressure transducers, thermocouples, RTDs, strain gauges, accelerometers, flow meters, load cells, relays, solenoid, pneumatic valves)
- Knowledge of engineering standards and best practices such as ASME B31.3, ASME BPV Code Section VIII, and AFSPCMAN 91-710
- Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure, fast paced environment
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Strong work ethic and drive to for constant improvement balanced with the ability to work effectively in a team environment