Mechanical Design Engineer, Production (starlink)

SpaceX

Redmond, WA, United States
Base: $100,000 - $115,000 (level i) or $110,000 - ...
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Bachelor's degree in engineering discipline
1+ year experience with 3d cad software
Experience creating 2d technical drawings
** SpaceX is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer for its Starlink Production team in Redmond, WA, focused on designing innovative production systems for satellites and space hardware. The ideal candidate should have experience in mechanical systems design and a strong understanding of manufacturing processes. **

Job Summary

  • The role involves designing the factory of the future to enable mass production of Starlink satellites and ground stations.
  • Engineers must demonstrate extreme ownership by driving projects from initial concept generation through fabrication and production bring-up on a timeline measured in months.
  • Compensation includes base salary ranging from $100,000 to $135,000 per year plus stock options, comprehensive medical coverage, and paid time off.

Matching Summary

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** SpaceX is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer for its Starlink Production team in Redmond, WA, focused on designing innovative production systems for satellites and space hardware. The ideal candidate should have experience in mechanical systems design and a strong understanding of manufacturing processes. **

Salary

Base: $100,000 - $115,000 (Level I) or $110,000 - $135,000 (Level II); Bonus/Equity: Eligible for stock options, long-term incentives, and discretionary bonuses; Benefits: Medical, vision, dental, 401(k), parental leave, 3 weeks vacation, 10+ holidays

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering discipline
  • 1+ year experience with 3D CAD software
  • Experience creating 2D technical drawings
  • Ability to perform structural hand calculations

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with Siemens NX and Teamcenter systems
  • Familiarity with GD&T drafting standards
  • Hands-on machining experience with mills and lathes
  • Knowledge of FEMAP, NASTRAN, or ANSYS simulation tools
  • Experience with design for manufacturability principles

Key Requirements

  • Must be a US citizen, permanent resident, refugee, or asylee
  • Bachelor's degree required in an engineering discipline
  • Minimum 1 year of mechanical system design experience

Work Rights

Must be a US citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee

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