Avionics Build Associate - Starship

At SpaceX, we believe in a future where humanity explores the stars. We are at the forefront of developing technologies that will make this dream a reality, with the ultimate goal of establishing human life on Mars.Join our team as an Avionics Build Associate for the Starship program!Key Responsibilities:Assemble kits of parts, materials, and hardware, ensur…

At SpaceX, we believe in a future where humanity explores the cosmos, and we are developing groundbreaking technologies to make that vision a reality. Our ultimate aim is to enable human life on Mars.SENIOR MECHANICAL ENGINEER - STARSHIP AVIONICSThe Starship Avionics team is dedicated to crafting a highly reliable avionics system for Starship that balances performance with low mass and cost. Our mission is to create innovative mechanical designs and packaging solutions that effectively shield our electronics from the extreme mechanical and thermal conditions experienced during launch vehicle operations.

SpaceX aims to enable exploration beyond Earth, and the Starship Avionics Mechanical team is at the heart of this mission. The team develops avionics systems that balance low cost and mass with the electrical sensing, actuation, and control needed for flight. Projects span RF communication, navigation sensors, electrical actuators, video systems, propulsion sensors, and energy storage. Role overview The Lead Mechanical Engineer guides a group of mechanical engineers within the broader avionics team, which also includes electrical engineers. This role focuses on designing and optimizing electrical systems to support Starship vehicle operations. Collaboration with other engineering and production teams is essential to improve the design and manufacturability of avionics hardware for both current and future vehicles. Key responsibilities Lead and mentor mechanical engineers within the avionics group Guide the design of electrical systems to enhance Starship vehicle performance Work alongside engineering and production teams to refine avionics hardware design and manufacturing processes Develop mechanical designs and packaging solutions that protect electronics from mechanical and thermal stresses during launch Location This position is based at Starbase, TX.

Join SpaceX as a Manager of Mechanical Engineering focusing on Starship Avionics, where you will lead innovative engineering teams to develop cutting-edge technology for space exploration. This role involves overseeing the design, development, and testing of avionics systems, ensuring they meet rigorous performance and safety standards.

At SpaceX, we believe that a future where humanity explores the cosmos is far more thrilling than one where we remain confined to Earth. Our mission is to develop the technologies that will make interplanetary life possible, with a vision of enabling human existence on Mars.Build Engineer (Starship)Join our dynamic Starship team as a Build Engineer, where you will play a pivotal role in designing and qualifying manufacturing processes for high-rate production of propulsion systems, avionics, and welded structural assemblies. Your focus will be on enhancing design for manufacturability, implementing error-proofing systems, boosting product yield, and automating processes to reduce both takt and cycle times.

SpaceX is working to build technology that supports human exploration beyond Earth, with a focus on making life multiplanetary. The team develops and manufactures systems for missions to Mars and further destinations. Role overview The Structures Engineer, Build (Starship) works directly on the production, qualification, and design or analysis of hardware for Starship and Super Heavy Booster primary structures at Starbase, TX. This position plays a key role in supporting and improving the manufacturing systems that bring these vehicles to life. What you will do Identify requirements and inputs for hardware production and assembly Perform detailed design and structural analysis Lead and participate in design reviews Implement and improve production practices Conduct mechanical testing and develop welding processes Refine inspection methods and ensure safe personnel access Manage and develop tooling for primary structures Create and review work instructions as designs evolve Tackle unique technical challenges through thorough analysis and effective solutions Location This role is based at Starbase, TX.

At SpaceX, we are driven by the vision of making humanity a multi-planetary species. Our pioneering efforts are focused on innovating the technology required for interstellar exploration, with an ultimate aim of establishing human life on Mars.BUILD ENGINEER (SUPER HEAVY BOOSTER)As a Build Engineer on the Starship team, you will play a key role in developing and qualifying high-rate, mixed-product manufacturing processes for propulsion, avionics, and structural assemblies. Your mission will center on design for manufacturability, implementing poka-yoke systems, enhancing product yield, and automating processes to optimize takt and cycle times.

As a Build Reliability Engineer at SpaceX, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the robustness and reliability of our Starship program. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to identify and mitigate potential risks involved in the design and manufacturing processes.

SpaceX was established with the vision of a future where humanity ventures into the cosmos, making the exploration of space a thrilling reality. Currently, SpaceX is pioneering advanced technologies aimed at facilitating human existence on Mars.METROLOGY SPECIALIST (STARSHIP)As a Metrology Specialist, your primary responsibility will be to conduct calibration, compensation, and repair of various electronic, physical-dimensional, mechanical, thermodynamic, and chemical inspection measurement and test equipment (IMTE) for SpaceX's cutting-edge measurement applications and facilities.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Execute standard procedures to carry out routine and complex calibration, compensation, repair, and maintenance tasks on IMTE across electronic, physical-dimensional, mechanical, thermodynamic, and chemical domains.Utilize measurement reference standards and calibration systems to ensure IMTE compliance with established performance criteria.Maintain adherence to SpaceX's Metrology practices aligned with the SpaceX Quality Management System, AS9100D, and ISO9001 standards.

At SpaceX, we hold a vision that a future where humanity reaches for the stars is far more thrilling than one that confines us to Earth. Currently, we are dedicated to innovating the technologies necessary to make this vision a reality, with the ultimate aim of establishing human life on Mars.PAINT TECHNICIAN (STARSHIP)The Starship Paint Technician will be responsible for mixing, stripping, painting, and detailing advanced paint systems on our Starship vehicles. This includes preparing metallic substrates through abrasion and chemical etchants, applying sealants and adhesives, maintaining spraying equipment, and utilizing precision tools such as calipers, all while ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and delivery standards.

Join SpaceX as an Avionics Test Technician at our cutting-edge Starbase Vibe Test Lab, where you will be at the forefront of aerospace innovation. In this critical role, you will conduct tests and calibrate avionics systems, ensuring they meet our high standards for performance and reliability.

At SpaceX, we envision a future where humanity explores the stars, and we are dedicated to making that vision a reality. Our ongoing development of innovative technologies aims to facilitate human life on Mars and beyond.Position: Supervisor of Tooling Operations (Starship)Key Responsibilities:Lead and oversee a talented team of approximately 30 welders and painters, including performance management tasks.Schedule, assign, and evaluate work to ensure timely project completion.Optimize personnel and equipment utilization in a dynamic environment.Support the personal and professional growth of team members, aligning their goals with company objectives.Manage contractor relationships to enhance project execution.Continuously improve equipment, processes, and procedures to maximize team effectiveness.Collaborate with management and engineering teams to refine designs, processes, and work instructions.Uphold high workmanship standards and apply welding codes diligently.Prioritize site safety and enforce safety protocols among personnel.Participate in candidate assessments and recruitment recommendations.

At SpaceX, we envision a future where humanity explores the stars, and we are committed to making this dream a reality. Our mission is to develop advanced technologies that will enable human life on Mars.OPERATIONS ANALYST, RELIABILITY (STARSHIP)The Build and Flight Reliability team at SpaceX is dedicated to ensuring that our hardware—from engines to fully integrated vehicles—meets the highest standards and operates flawlessly during missions. As a Reliability Analyst, you will create and maintain data-driven tools and infrastructure that guide decision-making, focusing on identifying opportunities for AI integration and leading AI-driven solutions for predictive analytics, automation, and risk mitigation. Your role will involve driving sustainable improvements to minimize build failures and enhance vehicle performance, collaborating closely with software engineering to deploy AI workflows effectively.In this fast-paced environment, you will work across teams to transform production and testing data into actionable insights, taking ownership of build-to-flight metrics and driving continuous improvement.

Role overview Space Exploration Technologies Corp. (SpaceX) is advancing space travel at Starbase, TX. The Starship program aims to redefine manufacturing and launch capabilities. In the Laser Tracker Toolmaker position, work directly shapes mechanical systems and tooling that support Starship’s production and testing. Main responsibilities This position focuses on achieving high precision in tooling. The Laser Tracker Toolmaker partners with engineers and technicians to improve the accuracy and reliability of tools used for Starship builds and launches. Attention to detail is essential, as the team relies on this expertise to help mechanical systems meet strict standards for every test flight and mission.

Join SpaceX as a Software Engineer in the Design Software team for the Starship project. In this role, you will contribute to the development of cutting-edge design software that plays a critical role in our mission to enable human life on Mars. Work alongside a team of talented engineers and designers to create innovative solutions that support the design and manufacturing of spacecraft.

As an Inventory Specialist at SpaceX, you will play a crucial role in managing inventory for our Starship Structural Test. Your responsibilities will include maintaining accurate inventory records, coordinating the flow of materials, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. This position is essential for supporting our ambitious space exploration goals.

SpaceX is working to build the technologies needed for human life beyond Earth, with a focus on Mars. The team at Starbase, TX, is dedicated to advancing these goals through hands-on engineering and production. Role overview The Integration Engineer (Starship) - Night Shift plays a key part in supporting the production of Starship, the most powerful rocket ever built. This position centers on integrating avionics, propulsion, and structural assemblies. The engineer will work closely with both design engineering and technician teams to ensure smooth and reliable assembly processes. What you will do Define requirements for Starship integration and assembly Develop tools and processes that enable high-rate production Collaborate with design and technician teams to integrate major vehicle systems Influence vehicle architecture with a focus on reliability and manufacturability Location and shift This is a night shift role based at Starbase, TX.

At SpaceX, we envision a future where humanity thrives among the stars, and we are actively creating the technologies to turn that vision into reality. Our ultimate aim is to facilitate human life on Mars.Launch Operations Engineer - StarshipJoin our team at SpaceX, where our commitment to reliability starts with meticulous design and is perfected through rigorous testing and a high launch frequency at our Starbase facility in Texas. The launch operations team is pivotal in pushing our hardware to its limits under flight-like conditions to ensure vehicle quality before sending it into orbit. As a Launch Operations Engineer, you will oversee the entire operational process, from developing test requirements and launch plans to integrating on-pad flight/test articles, conducting tests, analyzing data, and serving as the primary flight controller during launch events.

At SpaceX, we believe that a future where humanity explores the stars is far more exciting than one where we remain earthbound. We are dedicated to developing the technologies necessary to achieve this vision, with our ultimate aim being the establishment of human life on Mars.CITY ENGINEER (STARSHIP)As the hub of SpaceX's ambitious plans to transform space travel, Starbase is our primary facility for Starship development and operations. We are looking for a licensed Professional Engineer to take on the vital role of 'City Engineer.' This role involves ensuring that all civil engineering projects at Starbase adhere to the highest quality standards, comply with regulations, and exemplify innovation. You will oversee the permitting process for infrastructure projects, facilitating collaboration among internal teams, consultants, and local authorities.

At SpaceX, we believe in a future where humanity explores the stars. We are committed to developing cutting-edge technologies to make this vision a reality, with the ultimate goal of establishing human life on Mars.Mechatronics Maintenance Engineer (Starship)As our Starship production advances to meet the escalating demands of the space industry, we require our critical equipment to perform at unprecedented levels. Our Equipment Reliability Engineers play a pivotal role in this endeavor; they not only identify high-risk production assets but also technically diagnose, advise, implement, and execute strategic plans to enhance system reliability, reduce losses, and optimize asset efficiencies.