Mechanical Engineer, Satellite Bus (Starlink)

SpaceX

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Work type: On-site
Location: Redmond, WA
Salary: $100,000–$115,000 / yr
Posted: today

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SpaceX designs, manufactures, and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft with the mission of enabling humans to become a multi-planetary species. It operates the Falcon 9, Falcon Heavy, and Starship launch vehicles, as well as the Starlink satellite internet constellation.

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TL;DR · Mechanical Engineer, Satellite Bus (Starlink)

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Join the satellite vehicle engineering team at SpaceX as a Mechanical Engineer, Satellite Bus (Starlink), where you will tackle intricate structural, thermal, and electromechanical challenges to bring cutting-edge space hardware to life. Your daily tasks include collaborating with cross-functional teams such as mechanisms, space lasers, bus avionics, structural design, solar arrays, and battery packs to develop innovative solutions for satellite components like actuators, reaction wheels, and optical assemblies. Proficiency in mechanical/electromechanical design, analysis, testing, and manufacturing is essential, along with experience in programming languages and PCB layout. This role involves working on a global scale to democratize internet access through the deployment of thousands of satellites annually.

Skills

Python PCB design PCBA mechanical design CAD software Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Mechanical testing Manufacturing processes Structural analysis Thermal analysis Electromechanical systems Spacecraft hardware Satellite design Opto-mechanical assemblies Battery pack design

What you'll do

Design and analyze electromechanical systems for satellite components.
Develop opto-mechanical assemblies for space lasers and optical payloads.
Collaborate on mechanical design, thermal analysis, and electrical integration of avionics modules.
Design primary structural elements such as chassis, ribs, rails, and propulsion tanks.
Create detailed designs for high-efficiency solar arrays used in satellites.
Ensure mass-efficient and runaway-resistant architectures in battery pack designs.

What we're looking for

1+ years of professional mechanical/electromechanical design experience
Proficiency in electromechanical systems and thermal analysis
Experience with structural, thermal, and avionics integration
Knowledge of solar array and battery pack design principles
Collaboration skills for cross-functional engineering teams
Exposure to PCB layout and PCBA mechanical design
Programming language proficiency preferred

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