Mechanical Designer, Automation & Controls (Starship Launch Pad)

SpaceX(1 month ago)

Starbase, TXOnsiteFull TimeMedior$90,902 - $121,690 (estimated)Mechanical Engineering (Starship Tower & Launch Mount)

About this role

The Mechanical Designer, Automation & Controls for the Starship Launch Pad works on the Starship Tower & Launch Mount team to enable next-generation launch pad systems and automated launch cadence. The role focuses on translating system architecture into build-ready designs and delivering documentation and planning for field installation. The position is based at SpaceX and supports fast-paced iterative design and manufacturing environments.

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Required Skills

Electrical Schematics
Conduit Sizing
CAD Modeling
Structural Analysis
Field Planning
Documentation
3D CAD
Weldments Design
Sheet Metal
EPlan

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Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Science or Engineering
2+ Years Professional Experience (In Lieu of Degree)
ITAR Eligibility / U.S. Work Authorization

About SpaceX

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SpaceX is an aerospace manufacturer and launch services company that designs, manufactures, and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft. Founded in 2002 to revolutionize space technology and ultimately enable human life on other planets, it developed the Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy rockets, the Dragon crew/cargo spacecraft, and the next‑generation Starship — with a strong emphasis on reusable boosters. SpaceX provides commercial and government launch services (including crewed ISS missions, satellite deployments and rideshares) and operates the Starlink broadband constellation. The company is known for rapid iterative development and cost‑reduction through reuse to expand access to space.