Integration & Test Engineer; Falcon Subassembly

Integration & Test Engineer (Falcon 9 Subassembly)

Hawthorne, CA

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.

• Oversee the assembly and testing processes for Falcon and Falcon Heavy launch vehicle assemblies
• Assist design engineers in guiding new designs from concepts to qualified, production-capable spaceflight mechanisms
• Work with design engineers to evaluate designs for manufacturability and test requirements, then implement in a rapidly evolving production environment
• Develop, qualify, and refine manufacturing & test processes to bring products from prototype to high-volume production
• Define and create first-of-their-kind standards and practices within the industry, driving Space
  
  X to the forefront of aerospace hardware manufacturability
• Interface with other engineers, subject matter experts, and technicians to solve large-scale production challenges
• Ideate and implement tooling and test solutions, enabling high-quality build of Space
  
  X hardware
• Quickly resolve non-conformances and work with the Quality team to implement root cause corrective actions
• Identify, plan, and execute capital equipment, machine, and layout upgrades to meet volume production demand
• Mentor other team members on high-level engineering tasks, promoting the team culture and technical excellence across resources

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline or physics
• 1+ years of engineering experience in manufacturing, design, test, or development (internship and project team experience is applicable)

• Experience with the building and testing of fluid and/or electrical systems
• Experience with the build and test of pneumatic, hydraulic, and structural assemblies
• Experience with test equipment (pumps, valves, heaters, instrumentation, data acquisition, and automation)
• Experience with scientific programming languages (Python, MATLAB, or similar)
• Experience with fluid and electrical system simulation and automation testing
• Experience with data reduction and post-processing tools
• Mechanical component and/or tooling design and analysis (3D computer-aided design)
• Knowledge of metallic manufacturing techniques, processes, and equipment related to machining, welding, drilling, and automation
• Experience working with GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing) and familiarity with complex tolerance stack-ups
• Experience with process development from R&D to high-volume manufacturing
• Experience writing work instructions and procedures for critical aerospace parts
• Experience in a production environment within the aerospace industry

• Willing to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed
• Will sometimes be working directly with the hardware on the floor and will have to be comfortable stooping, bending, and standing
• This position is based in Hawthorne, CA and requires being onsite - remote work not considered

Pay range:

• Integration & Test Engineer/Level I: $95,000.00 - $ per year
• Integration & Test Engineer/Level II: $ - $ per year

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job‑related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package  may also be eligible for long‑term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long‑term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long‑term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks.

You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company…