Sr. Mechanical Engineer, Satellites - (Starlink)

SpaceX

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Work type: On-site
Location: Redmond, WA
Salary: $130,000–$180,000 / 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 · Sr. Mechanical Engineer, Satellites - (Starlink)

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As a Senior Mechanical Engineer at SpaceX's Starlink division in Redmond, WA, you will join a dynamic team focused on designing and deploying thousands of satellites annually to provide internet access globally. Your role involves solving intricate structural, thermal, and electromechanical challenges for space-grade hardware across various sub-teams including mechanisms, space lasers, bus avionics, structural design, solar arrays, and battery packs. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional engineering disciplines to ensure the successful integration of satellite components. Essential skills include 5+ years of professional experience in mechanical/electromechanical design, analysis, testing, and manufacturing, along with proficiency in programming languages and PCB layout knowledge for mechanical design.

Skills

Python PCB design PCBA mechanical design CAD software Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Thermal analysis Structural analysis Mechanical testing Manufacturing processes Space-grade materials Satellite communication systems Solar panel design Battery cell integration Electromechanical systems Actuators Reaction wheels Torque rods Solar arrays Opto-mechanical assemblies Avionics modules harnessing

What you'll do

Design and analyze complex electromechanical systems for satellite components.
Collaborate on the structural design of satellite primary structures like chassis and propulsion tanks.
Develop thermal management solutions for battery packs and other critical satellite hardware.
Work on end-to-end electromechanical designs for actuators, solar arrays, and other mechanical systems.
Partner with optical teams to design opto-mechanical assemblies for space lasers and payloads.

What we're looking for

5+ years of professional experience in mechanical/electromechanical design, analysis, testing, and manufacturing.
Strong proficiency in one or more programming languages for engineering applications.
Experience collaborating with PCB designers on layout and PCBA mechanical design.
Expertise in thermal, structural, and electromechanical problem-solving for space hardware.
Ability to work effectively across multiple cross-functional engineering disciplines.
Knowledge of satellite primary structure design including chassis, ribs, rails, and propulsion tanks.

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