Sr. Propulsion Engineer, Raptor Avionics; Interconnects

Position: Sr. Propulsion Engineer, Raptor Avionics (Interconnects)
Space

X 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 Space

X is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

SR. PROPULSION ENGINEER, RAPTOR AVIONICS (INTERCONNECTS)

The Raptor Avionics team is responsible for the design, manufacturing and test of the all avionics installed on Raptor engines. This propulsion engineer role will be on a highly interdisciplinary team of engineers working to develop controls and sensing solutions that enable the reliable simultaneous operation of all the engines on starship.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Own full lifecycle of interconnect design, including technical reviews, trade studies, manufacturing/manufacturability, qualification testing, product release and integration
• Responsible for harness BOM, component selection and routing solutions using 3D CAD (Siemens NX)
• Collect and document requirements to communicate to stakeholders through data sheets, schematics, instruction manuals and other product documentation
• Perform analysis and physical testing of harnessing with respect to thermal, loads, vibration, and shock to ensure full qualification for flight & reuse.
• Champion avionics integration process simplicity and reliability with engine and vehicle design peers
• Investigate failures, document findings and drive corrective actions

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline
• 5+ years of experience in design focused roles
• 2+ years of experience with wire harness 3D design and wiring diagrams.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Master's degree in mechanical engineering or other technical field
• Experience with implementation and on-vehicle debugging of low level hardware buses such as CAN and Ethernet
• Experience designing mechanical assemblies and interconnects for harsh environments
• Experience designing or manufacturing hermetic electrical feedthroughs, like connector
• Data analysis experience in Python, MATLAB or Minitab
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Extended hours and weekend work may be required to support critical project and mission milestones
• Must be willing to travel