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Mechanical Designer, Automation & Controls (Starship Launch Pad)

Starbase, TX💼 Full-time🗓 2026-09-02 → 2026-09-26

Core

Design electrical schematics, conduits, control panels, and bracketry for Starship launch pad automation systems to enable rapid, automated flight cadence.

Role type

Senior IC mechanical designer (automation & controls)

Builds

Electrical schematics, conduit systems, control panels, and mechanical bracketry for launch infrastructure

Domain

Aerospace / Launch Systems / Automation

Deliverable

product features

Required skills

CAD modeling (NX, CATIA, SolidWorks, Fusion 360), electrical schematic design, conduit fill calculations, structural analysis, NEC/NFPA 79 code knowledge, hazardous area instrumentation design

Preferred skills

Weldment and sheet metal design, EPlan proficiency, Class 1 Division 1/2 hazardous area experience

Technologies

NX, CATIA, SolidWorks, Fusion 360, EPlan

Responsibilities

Detail electrical schematics, perform conduit sizing, create CAD models of conduits and panels, conduct basic structural analysis, translate designs for field installation, document designs and best practices

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC

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