Structures Engineer, Build (Starship)

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 believe in a future where humanity explores the cosmos. Our mission is to develop cutting-edge technologies that will enable human life on Mars, making the universe accessible to all.NIGHT SHIFT CONSTRUCTION SUPERINTENDENT (STARSHIP)Join our dynamic Starship Infrastructure team as a pivotal leader who will oversee and guide a dedicated group of laborers and contractors. Your mission will be to facilitate the construction and activation of essential infrastructure across diverse projects.

At SpaceX, we believe in a future where humanity explores the cosmos, and we are dedicated to making that vision a reality. Our mission is to develop cutting-edge technologies to enable human life on Mars and beyond.INTEGRATION ENGINEER (STARSHIP)As an Integration Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the production of the most powerful rocket ever built. You will be tasked with defining requirements, creating tooling, and implementing processes to ensure efficient production. Your focus will be on integrating avionics, propulsion, and structural components, collaborating daily with both design engineers and technician teams. You will influence vehicle architecture with an emphasis on reliability and manufacturability.

At SpaceX, we envision a future where humanity explores the cosmos, and we're dedicated to making that vision a reality. Our innovative technologies aim to enable human life on Mars and beyond.NIGHT SHIFT CRITICAL LIFT SUPERVISOR (STARSHIP)As the Night Shift Critical Lift Supervisor, you will lead a dedicated team of technicians responsible for the intricate lifting and rigging operations of Starship and Super Heavy vehicles. You will play a pivotal role on-site, driving progress both hourly and daily. By translating technical directives from our engineering team into practical execution, you will build, manage, and inspire your team. Your leadership will be essential in ensuring the effective allocation of resources, prioritizing critical tasks, and fostering a culture of productivity and enjoyment within the team.

At SpaceX, we believe in a future where humanity explores the cosmos. As a Senior Integration Technician for our Starship program, you will play a vital role in the assembly and integration of all secondary structures, avionics, and propulsion systems into the vehicle’s primary architecture. This position requires proficiency in both mechanical and avionics integration, along with a commitment to safety and precision in testing and checkout activities.

At SpaceX, we are driven by the vision of a future where humanity explores the cosmos. We are committed to developing cutting-edge technologies that will enable human life on Mars and beyond.Starship Build EngineerAs a Starship Build Engineer, you will play a vital role in defining requirements and creating the tooling and processes necessary for the high-rate production of the most powerful rocket ever built. Your expertise will guide the integration of avionics, propulsion, and structural assemblies, collaborating daily with both design engineers and technician teams. You will have significant influence over the overall vehicle architecture, emphasizing reliability and manufacturability in design.

At SpaceX, we are driven by the vision of a future where humanity explores the cosmos. As pioneers in aerospace technology, our mission is to make life multi-planetary—starting with the establishment of human life on Mars.FLUIDS ENGINEER (STARSHIP)Join our team dedicated to developing Starship—the largest and most advanced space launch system ever conceived. Capable of delivering over 100 metric tons to Earth’s orbit, Starship will revolutionize access to space and is integral to our plan for creating a self-sustaining city on Mars. To achieve this ambitious goal, we will require thousands of Starships.The production fluids team plays a crucial role in this endeavor by creating (1) machinery essential for flight-like validation of all vehicles before launch, and (2) gas generation facilities that produce and distribute essential manufacturing and testing gases across our production site. We are seeking passionate and innovative engineers to shape the future of Starship production testing and automation. As a Fluids Engineer, you will leverage multidisciplinary skills to develop systems from the ground up, transforming complex challenges into effective automated fluids solutions.

Join SpaceX as a Nondestructive Evaluation (NDE) Engineer and play a pivotal role in ensuring the structural integrity and reliability of the Starship spacecraft. At our Starbase facility in Texas, you will leverage cutting-edge NDE technologies such as phased-array ultrasonics, radiography, eddy-current testing, and laser profilometry to enhance manufacturing processes and drive high-rate production. Your expertise will be crucial in integrating these methods with automated systems to guarantee mission success and improve efficiency.

At SpaceX, we envision a future where humanity explores the cosmos, and we are committed to making that dream a reality. Our mission is to develop groundbreaking technologies that will enable human life on Mars and beyond.STARSHIP PROPULSION ENGINEERAs a Propulsion Engineer at SpaceX, you will play a vital role in designing and developing advanced fluid systems for our interplanetary vehicles, including the Starship and Super Heavy. Your expertise will contribute to creating high-performance, manufacturable systems that will redefine space exploration.Your responsibilities will encompass sizing vehicle fluid systems, conducting detailed mechanical designs, performing structural analyses, and driving the manufacturing processes for parts and systems. You'll work on critical components such as high-pressure gas storage, cryogenic fluid management, attitude control systems, and thermal regulation solutions. Additionally, you will develop operational concepts for your systems, overseeing everything from acceptance testing to in-flight operations.

At SpaceX, we believe in a future where humanity ventures beyond our planet to explore the cosmos. Our mission is to develop groundbreaking technologies that make this vision a reality, with an ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.AERODYNAMICS ENGINEER (STARSHIP)The Aerodynamics team for Starship plays a critical role in predicting the aerodynamic and aerothermal conditions that both the booster and spacecraft will face during their missions. As an Aerodynamics Engineer, you will utilize engineering models, simulations, and wind-tunnel testing to provide precise predictions prior to flight validation. Collaborating closely with the Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) team, you will help ensure safe landings and recoveries of Starship stages following their missions. Furthermore, you will support design efforts for vehicle structures, leveraging your deep understanding of flow fields experienced by our vehicles across various flight regimes, from subsonic to hypersonic, while effectively utilizing our prediction tools.

SpaceX teams at Starbase, TX, work to advance space exploration technology with the goal of making life on Mars possible. The Starbase site supports critical launch operations, and every role contributes to this mission. Role overview The Electromechanical Technician - Level 4 (Night Shift) installs and maintains electrical, mechanical, and fluid systems on the launch pad. This position supports launch activities during night hours and plays a key part in keeping complex systems ready for safe and reliable launches. Technicians in this role work directly with hydraulics, high-pressure nitrogen and helium, and cryogenic equipment. Maintaining these systems in top condition is essential for the success of each launch. What you will do Install, inspect, and maintain launch pad electrical, mechanical, and fluid systems Work hands-on with hydraulics, high-pressure gas (nitrogen and helium), and cryogenic systems Prepare systems for launch operations Suggest process improvements and help implement solutions Complete tasks efficiently and on schedule Requirements Personal initiative and a strong sense of responsibility Ability to stay calm and focused under pressure Attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work Motivation to improve processes and contribute to a positive team environment Willingness to work hard and support launch operations on the night shift

At SpaceX, we are driven by the vision of a future where humanity explores the cosmos. Our mission is to revolutionize space technology, ultimately enabling human life on Mars.BUILD SUPERVISOR (STARSHIP)We are seeking a dedicated and dynamic Build Supervisor to lead a talented team of fabricators, welders, and technicians in the construction of the Starship and Super Heavy vehicles. This pivotal role requires an inspiring leader who can drive daily progress and foster a collaborative, high-performance culture on the shop floor. You will translate engineering directives into tangible results by effectively managing your team, optimizing labor resources, and ensuring quality and safety throughout the build process.

At SpaceX, we believe that a future where humanity explores the cosmos is not just a dream, but a necessity. We are at the forefront of developing groundbreaking technologies that propel us toward that vision, with the ultimate goal of establishing human presence on Mars.BUILD ENGINEER (STARSHIP)As a Build Engineer within the Starship team, you will play a pivotal role in creating and validating manufacturing processes for high-rate, mixed-product assembly of propulsion systems, avionics, and welded structures. Your focus will encompass design for manufacturability, implementation of error-proofing systems, enhancing product yield, and integrating automation to minimize takt and cycle times.

At SpaceX, we envision a thrilling future where humanity explores the cosmos. We are pioneering technologies to turn this vision into reality, with the ultimate aim of establishing human life on Mars.GUIDANCE, NAVIGATION, AND CONTROL ENGINEER (STARSHIP)As a GNC Engineer, you will be at the forefront of advancing flight control systems for our cutting-edge rockets, including the revolutionary Starship. This fully reusable spacecraft is designed to transport humans to the Moon, Mars, and beyond. Collaborating with a team of skilled engineers, you will develop, analyze, and test vehicles and their subsystems to ensure reliable and effective flight. We seek individuals who thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, adapting quickly while tackling complex challenges.

At SpaceX, we are driven by the vision of a future where humanity expands its horizons beyond Earth to explore the cosmos. We are dedicated to innovating technologies that will make interplanetary travel a reality, with the ultimate aim of sustaining human life on Mars.LEAD PRINCIPAL ENGINEER - STARSHIP DEVELOPMENTKEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Facilitate and resolve architectural trade-offs while leading interdisciplinary collaborations.Regularly communicate program status and identify risks for both internal teams and external stakeholders.Foster a dynamic, proactive, and hardware-centric culture within the Starship team, emphasizing the urgency of advancing our space-faring capabilities.Recruit and guide both individual contributors and leadership talent within the Starship engineering team.Translate customer mission requirements from diverse external entities into actionable development goals and verification strategies.Create comprehensive system requirements and interface control documents informed by trade study findings.Oversee customer reviews to ensure all technical contract deliverables meet timelines and quality expectations.

At SpaceX, we are driven by a passion for advancing humanity's future in space. We believe that exploration of the cosmos is not just an exciting endeavor, but a necessary one for the survival of our species. We are at the forefront of developing groundbreaking technologies aimed at establishing human life on Mars.STARSHIP MAINTENANCE ENGINEERAs we continue to innovate and expand Starship production to meet the dynamic needs of the space industry, the critical equipment supporting our operations must operate with maximum efficiency. Equipment Reliability Engineers play a crucial role in this process; they identify high-risk production assets, provide technical diagnostics, and craft strategic solutions to enhance system reliability, minimize operational losses, and optimize asset performance.

Join SpaceX's innovative team at Starbase, TX, where we are pushing the boundaries of space exploration. As a Mechanical Engineer, you will play a crucial role in designing and fabricating flight hardware, including primary structures and propellant tanks, that are essential for making humanity a multi-planetary species. This hands-on position empowers you to make real-time decisions, tackle complex challenges, and take ownership of various processes. You will also develop expertise in design for manufacturability, particularly in sheet metal and subassembly design and fabrication. If you're ready to step away from the desk and work closely with a world-class production team, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

At SpaceX, we believe in a future where humanity explores the cosmos, and we are dedicated to making this vision a reality. Our mission is to develop revolutionary technologies that will enable human life on Mars. Join our team and be a part of this groundbreaking journey.AVIONICS MANUFACTURING ENGINEER - STARSHIPAs an Avionics Manufacturing Engineer at SpaceX, you will play a crucial role in the production and testing of wire harnesses, electro-mechanical systems, and other avionics components essential for rapidly assembling Starship vehicles. Your expertise will drive continuous improvements and innovations, ensuring high-quality output and efficient production rates. Ideal candidates will demonstrate a proven track record of ownership in simplifying, innovating, and enhancing manufacturing processes while being motivated by the mission to propel humanity to the Moon and Mars.

At SpaceX, we believe in a future where humanity ventures into the cosmos, exploring the stars. Our mission is to create technologies that will make this journey possible, ultimately enabling human life on Mars.Senior Crane Engineer (Starship)The Starship team at SpaceX is in search of a highly talented and experienced Senior Crane Engineer to enhance our engineering capabilities. This role involves overseeing the operation and maintenance of a variety of cranes utilized in industrial, construction, and manufacturing environments. The ideal candidate will exhibit strong technical proficiency in structural and mechanical engineering, alongside extensive knowledge of crane operations. You will be tasked with managing complex engineering projects, offering technical expertise, and ensuring adherence to industry standards and regulations.Key Responsibilities:Troubleshooting and Maintenance: Diagnose and rectify technical issues related to crane functionality and upkeep, providing actionable insights for enhancements.Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement opportunities for innovation in crane design, operation, and maintenance methodologies.