1567 launch engineer jobs found

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 of enabling human life on Mars. LAUNCH ENGINEER, OPERATIONS & TEST ENGINEERING (FALCON INTEGRATION) RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop and standardize procedures/automation for the recovery, refurbishment, checkouts, and integration of new and flight-proven vehicles, rapidly iterating based on lessons learned Design software and automation tools to enable autonomous vehicle operations, and to conduct vehicle system testing in ways that reduce complexity and are robust to production variability Assist with integration and testing of flight hardware, partnering with and providing direction to highly skilled field technicians and specialists on a daily basis Ensure flight readiness by reviewing test results and working with...

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 of enabling human life on Mars. LAUNCH ENGINEER, FLIGHT HARDWARE ENGINEERING (FALCON REFLIGHT) RESPONSIBILITIES: Process Falcon 9 Flight vehicles, in the pursuit of rapid and reliable rocket re-use, recovery, integration, and launch Assist with and lead hands-on assembly, integration, and testing of new and flight-proven vehicle assemblies Lead critical on-site operations and hardware investigations while collaborating with engineering staff from other departments and SpaceX locations to resolve off-nominal test results and hardware conditions to ensure flight readiness Develop and execute procedures for the refurbishment, checkout, and integration of flight-proven rockets and ground support equipment Partner with,...

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 of enabling human life on Mars. LAUNCH ENGINEER, STARSHIP STAGE 0 Starship Stage 0 (comprised of the launch mount and catch tower) will redefine ground support systems for launch vehicles as we know them, with the ultimate goal of launching, catching, and relaunching orbital boosters in hours or days instead of weeks or months. The Launch Engineer role covers design for manufacturability concepts through integration and testing of these critical launch pad components. You will be highly engaged on the primary and secondary structures of the launch mount and tower, including designing tooling (assembly aides, welding, part fixturing, etc.) and processes (welding, large part movement, large structure integration) to rapidly build...

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 of enabling human life on Mars. LAUNCH ENGINEER (MECHANICAL / FLUIDS - STARSHIP, LAUNCH PAD) SpaceX is committed to developing revolutionary space technology, with the ultimate goal of enabling people to live on other planets. As a mechanical and/or Fluids engineer on the starship launch pad, you will support the development of SpaceX's Starship Tower and Launch Mount, part of a fully reusable transportation system designed to launch both crew and cargo to Earth orbit, the Moon, Mars, and beyond. Engineers in this role are responsible for hardware development from initial system architecting through the design, analysis, manufacturing, integration, activation, and operational phases. Mechanical engineers design welded...

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 of enabling human life on Mars. LAUNCH ENGINEER (STARSHIP) Aggressively-paced, constantly-evolving, results-focused, real-as-it-gets engineering positions available for the ambitious. We design, build, activate, modify, improve, and maintain the fluid systems that fuel the most powerful rocket in the world. Aimed at pivoting and fixing issues every day, you can plan on having your skills put to the test, having hardware you designed, made, and installed the same day in a development-focused environment. From tens of thousands of gallons per minute of cryogens to tens of pounds per second of high-pressure gas, we develop clever solutions to meet the needs of a demanding launch and test program both today and in the future....

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 of enabling human life on Mars. LAUNCH ENGINEER, PROPULSION (DRAGON) RESPONSIBILITIES: This role is primarily focused on Dragon Propulsion system integration, pressurized checkouts, hypergolic propellants, fluid operations, and efficiency projects Develop and execute procedures for the integration and test of crew/cargo Dragon flight hardware and ground support equipment Become a Dragon vehicle controller and test conductor to run Dragon integrated system pressurized testing, proofing, and fluids operations Evaluate flight vehicle requirements and work scope definition for capsule refurbishment campaigns, including evaluation of change, risk, and previous as built conditions Manage projects to drive impactful change...

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 of enabling human life on Mars. LAUNCH ENGINEER, CONTROL AND FLIGHT OPERATIONS SpaceX is currently seeking an all-star to join the Launch Operations team at Vandenberg AFB. As a Launch Engineer in the Operations group, you will have the opportunity to utilize your multi-disciplinary knowledge, experience, and creativity to develop methods that maximize launch efficiency without sacrificing safety or reliability. RESPONSIBILITIES: Control launch vehicle, launch pad, recovery vessels/sites, and launch countdown as a primary launch controller for SpaceX’s fleet of vehicles Serve as the main point of contact for launch readiness, launch anomaly resolutions, and day-to-day launch pad operations Evaluate ground and flight...

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 of enabling human life on Mars. SR. LAUNCH ENGINEER, PROPULSION (DRAGON) RESPONSIBILITIES: This role is primarily focused on Dragon Propulsion system integration, pressurized checkouts, and efficiency projects Provide technical guidance on and lead efforts to achieve long term department and program-wide goals Mentor junior engineers and be the resident subject matter expert for the team Develop and execute procedures for the integration and test of crew/cargo Dragon flight hardware and ground support equipment Become a Dragon vehicle controller and test conductor to run Dragon integrated system pressurized testing and proofing operations Evaluate flight vehicle requirements and work scope definition for capsule...

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 of enabling human life on Mars. LAUNCH ENGINEER (DRAGON FIELD OPERATIONS) SpaceX is currently seeking talented individuals for an engineer position on the Spacecraft Integration - Dragon team. As a part of the team, you will utilize your knowledge, experience and creativity to manage a team that will develop novel solutions in human spaceflight operations and reusability. You will support pre-launch and post-recovery operations for Dragon, designed to take crew and cargo to low earth orbit. You will have ownership of your work and team in all phases. The role will also provide an opportunity to establish aircraft-like operations on Dragon and interface with engineering teams across the program. RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop...

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 of enabling human life on Mars. LAUNCH ENGINEER, ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS (INSTRUMENTATION AND CONTROLS) This engineer is a systems-focused, automation driven, multi-faceted individual. The engineer uses electrical and mechanical systems knowledge to inform the design of test stands, support facilities, avionics and control systems. SpaceX control engineers develop and integrate physical hardware including wire harnesses, PCBs, custom enclosures, PLCs, data acquisition systems, avionics systems, engine controllers, and various sensors. The engineer is responsible for the transference of real-time data from these physical sensors and actuators to the stand operator, responsible engineer, or customer. These critical automation and...

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 of enabling human life on Mars. LAUNCH ENGINEER (STARSHIP) Aggressively-paced, constantly-evolving, results-focused, real-as-it-gets engineering positions available for the ambitious. We design, build, activate, modify, improve, and maintain the structures and fluid systems that feed, hold down, and measure the most powerful rocket in the world. Aimed at pivoting and fixing issues every day, you can plan on having your skills put to the test, having hardware you designed, made and installed the same day in a development-focused environment. From tens of thousands of gallons per minute of cryogens to tens of pounds per second of high-pressure gas, we develop clever solutions to meet the needs of a demanding launch and test program...

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 of enabling human life on Mars. LAUNCH ENGINEER, GROUND SUPPORT EQUIPMENT (FALCON) SpaceX is currently seeking talented individuals for a ground system engineering position on the Falcon Integration team in Vandenberg. You will have the opportunity to utilize your knowledge, experience, and creativity to rapidly design, build, and activate fluid and mechanical systems required to support all aspects of SpaceX Falcon 9 vehicle processing, spacecraft integration, and umbilical refurb. RESPONSIBILITIES: Design, build, and activate equipment to support all aspects of launch site vehicle processing and launch, including structural, tooling/fixtures, fluids, and transport equipment This team supports Stage 1, Stage 2, Fairing,...

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 of enabling human life on Mars. LAUNCH ENGINEER, MECHANICAL SYSTEMS (LAUNCH PADS) SpaceX is currently seeking an individual to join the Launch Pad Engineering team in Cape Canaveral, FL. As a member of the Launch Pad Engineering team, you will have the opportunity to utilize your multi-disciplinary knowledge, experience, and creativity to develop solutions to launch pad operations with the goal of maximizing efficiency without sacrificing safety or reliability. While preparing the pads for launch, you will be responsible for ensuring all aspects of launch pad ground support equipment have been properly inspected, configured, and tested to support Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy interface requirements. You will also be responsible for...

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 of enabling human life on Mars. SR. LAUNCH ENGINEER, FLUID SYSTEMS (LAUNCH PADS) SpaceX is currently seeking an individual to join the Launch Pad Fabrication Team in Vandenberg. As a member of the Launch Pad Fabrication Team, you will have the opportunity to utilize your multi-disciplinary knowledge, experience, and creativity to develop solutions to Launch Pad Design, Build, & Operations with the goal of maximizing efficiency without sacrificing safety or reliability. You will be responsible for ensuring all aspects of Launch Pad GSE (ground support equipment) have been properly designed, built, configured, and tested to support Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy interface requirements. During Build Operations, you will be...

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 of enabling human life on Mars. LAUNCH ENGINEER, STRUCTURES (DRAGON COMPONENT MAINTENANCE) SpaceX is currently seeking talented individuals for a position on the Dragon Maintenance team, focused on components and subassemblies. As a part of the team, you will have the opportunity to utilize your knowledge, experience and creativity to develop novel solutions in human spaceflight manufacturing and re-usability. You will support the refurbishment and testing of composite flight hardware, including transitioning this processing to a new facility. You will have ownership of your work and team in all phases of Maintenance. The role will also provide an opportunity to establish aircraft-like operations on Dragon as well as interface...

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 of enabling human life on Mars. SR. MECHANICAL ENGINEER, FALCON LAUNCH SYSTEMS As a member of the Falcon Launch team, you will work with a group of engineers across multiple disciplines to design, build, activate, and maintain infrastructure that will enable our accelerating manifest of Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy commercial, crew and Starlink launches. This team is responsible for delivery and maintenance of mechanical systems to support this effort. This position is based in Vandenberg Space Force Base, CA. RESPONSIBILITIES Design and develop mechanical and fluid ground systems for the Falcon 9 vehicles including launch pad, piping or fluid storage Perform structural analysis of components and systems Use your...

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 of enabling human life on Mars. LAUNCH RELIABILITY ENGINEER - 2ND SHIFT The Launch Reliability Engineer is the advocate for mission assurance at the launch site by promoting efficient and reliable operational processes. You will partner with Flight Reliability, Launch Reliability, and Launch Operations teams at SpaceX to ensure mission success as SpaceX marches towards manned spaceflight and Mars colonization. You will also have the opportunity to work on diverse projects including our Falcon 9, Dragon and Starship programs. RESPONSIBILITIES: Reliably launch astronauts and other payloads by ensuring vehicle, payload and spacecraft processing is efficiently designed and executed Interact with the various disciplines...

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 of enabling human life on Mars. LAUNCH FLUIDS ENGINEER - STARSHIP LAUNCH SYSTEMS The Starship launch team is looking for a highly motivated individual to support launch pad fluid systems design and build with a focus on the implementation of cryogenic propellant processing and generation systems for all Starship launch sites, landing sites, test sites, production facilities, etc. Join the team responsible for launching the largest and most powerful rocket known to man! RESPONSIBILITIES:  Design build and operate systems that support critical rocket launches and testing Perform thermofluid analysis and other design tasks associated with gaseous and liquid (including cryogenic liquid) fluid systems Manage the fabrication...

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 of enabling human life on Mars. AUTOMATION & CONTROLS ENGINEER, LAUNCH PAD (STARSHIP) SpaceX's Starship spacecraft and Super Heavy rocket (collectively referred to as Starship) represent a fully reusable transportation system designed to carry both crew and cargo to Earth orbit, the Moon, Mars and beyond. Starship will be the world's most powerful launch vehicle ever developed, with the ability to carry in excess of 100 metric tons to Earth orbit. We are looking for an automation & controls engineer to help SpaceX develop and build launch systems for Starship. This role will be focused on electrical control systems for the launch mount and integration tower, including I/O systems, motion systems, and supporting...

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 of enabling human life on Mars. OPERATIONS ENGINEER, LAUNCH At SpaceX, we are pushing the boundaries of rocket re-usability to launch ever-increasing amounts of customer and Starlink satellites. We are currently seeking an all-star to join the Launch Operations team at Cape Canaveral. As an Operations Engineer, you will have the opportunity to utilize your multi-disciplinary knowledge, experience, and creativity to develop methods that maximize launch efficiency without sacrificing safety or reliability. The Operations Engineer will be responsible for making data-based recommendations and owning projects to drive down pad refurb hours, quality issues, and bottlenecks. They will work with multi-disciplinary teams at SpaceX to...