Posted:
8/28/2024, 6:11:01 AM
Location(s):
California, United States ⋅ Hawthorne, California, United States
Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level
Field(s):
Mechanical Engineering
Pay:
$76/hr or $158,080 total comp
SpaceX 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 SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.
PROPULSION ENGINEER (MERLIN TURBOPUMPS & INJECTORS)
As a Propulsion Manufacturing Engineer at SpaceX, you will utilize your knowledge, experience, and creativity to develop novel solutions at the cutting edge of turbopump and injector propulsion technology. You will work in a highly dynamic environment supporting critical engine hardware that will deliver satellites into Earth’s orbit, ferry humans to and from the international space station, and ultimately extend humanity’s reach beyond Earth and the moon. You will serve as the manufacturing process subject matter expert and be expected to provide input into the design and development of new and existing hardware to facilitate an aggressive manufacturing pace. Additionally, you will lead in developing manufacturing and test processes on one of history’s most reliable bi-propellant rocket engine.
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Pay range:
Propulsion Engineer/Level I: $95,000.00 - $115,000.00/per year
Propulsion Engineer/Level II: $110,000.00 - $130,000.00/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 at SpaceX. You 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 & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at (310) 363-6000.
Website: https://www.spacex.com/
Headquarter Location: Hawthorne, California, United States
Employee Count: 1001-5000
Year Founded: 2002
IPO Status: Private
Last Funding Type: Debt Financing
Industries: Advanced Materials ⋅ Aerospace ⋅ Manufacturing ⋅ Space Travel ⋅ Transportation