Fluids Engineer, Production (Starship)
Core
Design, build, and commission fluid systems (test, manufacturing, cleaning) for the Starship production facility.
Role type
Senior IC mechanical/fluids engineer (production systems)
Builds
High-pressure test equipment, vehicle press systems, and contamination control equipment for Starship
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing / Fluid systems engineering
Required skills
mechanical design, fluid system sizing, compressible/incompressible flow calculations, 3D CAD modeling, failure mode analysis, system commissioning, project timeline management
Preferred skills
high-pressure gas experience, cleanliness/contamination control, PLCs/industrial controls, pressure-vessel calculations, FEA, industrial water/wastewater processes, AI tool usage
Technologies
3D CAD, FEA, PLCs, industrial controls
Responsibilities
Design and build fluid systems from concept to handoff; size systems and select components; define operation and control strategies; support critical vehicle test operations and troubleshooting; develop manufacturing processes; manage project timelines and strategic prioritization
Seniority
Junior to Mid-level, hands-on IC