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SpaceX is developing advanced space technologies to enable human life on Mars. The Construction & Infrastructure team seeks a Mechanical Engineer (Facilities) to own design and activation of campus fluid and HVAC systems, including compressors, pumps, valves, heat exchangers and dust collection, collaborating with production, avionics and mission teams to deliver reliable, manufacturable systems.

Skills

  • Experience with fluid components (valves, pumps, compressors, COPVs, heat exchangers).
  • Proficient in CAD (NX or similar) and GD&T application.
  • Fluid system analysis and pressure calculations.
  • Hands-on testing with sensors and DAQ (pressure transducers, thermocouples, RTDs).
  • Working knowledge of HVAC systems and ducting.
  • Manufacturing awareness and design for producibility.

Responsibilities

  • Own design and engineering of campus fluid/HVAC systems (compressors, pumps, valves, heat exchangers, dust collection).
  • Create CAD models and detailed mechanical designs for fluid system components.
  • Perform fluid analyses for pressure balance, component allowable design and consumables estimates.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary stakeholders (production, avionics, GNC, operations) to meet system requirements.
  • Ensure designs are manufacturable and transition smoothly to production with minimal sustainment.
  • Support material selection, component sizing and procurement activities.
  • Develop and execute test plans using instrumentation and data acquisition to validate designs.

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline (required).
  • Master’s degree in engineering preferred.

Benefits

  • Base salary plus potential long-term incentives (company stock, options, cash awards).
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) eligibility.
  • Medical, dental and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) retirement plan.
  • Short- and long-term disability and life insurance.
  • Paid parental leave, paid vacation (approx. 3 weeks) and paid holidays (10+).
  • Paid sick leave per company policy and various employee discounts.
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SpaceX, founded by Elon Musk, is an aerospace manufacturer and space transport services company aiming to revolutionize space technology, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

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