Vehicle Controls Engineer (Starship)

Overview

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.

Vehicle Controls Engineer (Starship)

Responsibilities :

• Help SpaceX achieve its long-term goal of colonizing Mars by directly supporting functional checkouts of Starship / Superheavy vehicles
• Establish test criteria and pass / fail requirements for integrated vehicle checkouts
• Improve testing efficiency and safety of vehicle testing
• Lead hazardous testing operations to validate vehicle build and ensure propellant and electrical systems are built per design intent
• Perform pressurized checkouts as well as electrical / sensor checkouts via control console
• Develop procedures and processes for first-article validation
• Troubleshoot hardware issues in real time, and drive feedback to owners to eliminate repeat issues
• Interface with both engineering and technicians in the field
• Develop deep understanding of vehicle construction and avionics / propulsion architecture

Basic Qualifications

Preferred Skills and Experience

Additional Requirements

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 reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.

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