Sr. Launch Pad Mechanical Engineer

SpaceX(13 days ago)

Vandenberg, CAOnsiteFull TimeSenior$125,000 - $175,000Launch Pad Engineering

About this role

SpaceX is seeking a Senior Launch Pad Mechanical Engineer to join the Launch Pad Engineering Team at Vandenberg Space Force Base. The role supports SpaceX’s mission by contributing engineering expertise to ensure launch pad systems reliably enable Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy operations. The position is focused on advancing pad readiness and supporting overall mission objectives through multi-disciplinary engineering work.

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Required Skills

Finite Element
CAD
Python
Instrumentation
Control Systems
Troubleshooting
Structural Analysis
Data Analysis
Presentation Skills

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or Computer Science
ITAR Eligibility (U.S. Person)
Ability to Pass Air Force Background Check

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.