Mechanical Engineer, Mechanisms (Crew Starship)
Core
Design and build spacecraft systems (structures and mechanisms) for the Crew Starship vehicle to enable human missions to the Moon and Mars.
Role type
Senior IC mechanical engineer (spacecraft mechanisms)
Builds
Next-generation structures and mechanisms for Starship vehicles (e.g., solar deploy systems, landing legs, lunar elevator)
Domain
Aerospace / Space exploration
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
mechanical design and analysis, structural analysis, failure mode analysis, trade studies, GD&T, CAD/FEA software proficiency, project delivery management
Preferred skills
aerospace or aviation industry experience, data-driven decision making, leadership on engineering teams, experience with Siemens NX/Ansys/Abaqus
Technologies
Siemens NX, Ansys, Abaqus
Responsibilities
Own design, analysis, and manufacturing of structures and mechanisms; perform hand calculations and FEA; iterate on manufacturing processes; lead design reviews; negotiate trade studies; manage project delivery timeline
Seniority
Mid-level to Senior, hands-on IC