Sr. Mechanical Engineer (Starship Avionics)
Core
Designing Starship avionics packaging solutions to protect electronics from harsh launch environments while optimizing for high reliability, low mass, and low cost.
Role type
Senior IC mechanical engineer (avionics packaging)
Builds
Avionics system packaging and electro-mechanical assemblies for Starship
Domain
Aerospace / Rocketry
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
mechanical design, thermal analysis, structural analysis, tolerance analysis, finite element analysis (FEA), hand calculations, 3D modeling, GD&T, failure analysis, design for manufacturability
Preferred skills
CAD software, FEA software packages, PCB layout knowledge, fatigue testing, thermal testing, high-vibration environment design
Technologies
ANSYS, ABAQUS, NASTRAN
Responsibilities
Design packaging solutions for electro-mechanical assemblies, perform thermal and structural analysis, create production drawings, interface with machine shops, lead design reviews, ensure structural designs meet weight and rate targets
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC