Mechanical Engineer (Starship Avionics)
Core
Designing Starship avionics systems optimized for high reliability at low mass and cost, including custom instrumentation and integrated product solutions for extreme environments.
Role type
Mechanical Engineer (Avionics Systems)
Builds
Avionics systems, custom instrumentation, and electro-mechanical assemblies for the Starship spacecraft.
Domain
Aerospace / Spaceflight / Avionics
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
mechanical design, thermal analysis, structural analysis, finite element analysis (FEA), CAD, GD&T, failure analysis, hand calculations, manufacturing process knowledge
Preferred skills
electromechanical design, high vibration environment design, high pressure environment design, fatigue testing, PCB layout exposure, thermal testing of electro-mechanical assemblies
Technologies
CAD software, FEA software, 3D modeling tools
Responsibilities
Design custom instrumentation for extreme thermal, dynamic, and pressure environments; Perform thermal, structural, and tolerance analysis using hand calculations and FEA; Participate in manufacturing line processes including pressure testing, thermal testing, and laser welding; Conduct failure analysis of components related to thermal, loads, vibration, and shock; Interface with machine shops and production teams to ensure designs are manufacturable; Lead design reviews internally and with suppliers.
Seniority
Entry to Mid-level, hands-on IC