Structures Engineer

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal ofenabling human life on Mars.

STRUCTURES ENGINEER - SATELLITES

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Drive the design and development of primary and secondary structures for satellites

Own hardware delivery from inception, through design, assembly and launch

Use hand calculations and finite element analysis to perform rapid design trades

Perform stress analysis, calculate margins and write reports

Perform structural testing at coupon, subscale and system levels

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

3+ years of experience with structural design, analysis and test

2+ years of experience with CAD and FEA

Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering or aerospace engineering

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Hands-on project experience

Experience with structural testing, composite materials, and mid- or high-volume production

Proficiency with NASTRAN and FEMAP

Proficiency with Unigraphics NX6 (or later version)

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be available to work extended hours and weekends as needed

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about ITARhere.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

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