Launch Pad Engineer, Fluid Systems
Core
Lead engineer for launch pad fluid systems (compressible, incompressible, cryogenic) ensuring GSE inspection, configuration, and testing for Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy launches.
Role type
Senior IC launch pad engineer (fluid systems)
Builds
Launch pad ground support equipment (GSE) and fluid system operations for Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy
Domain
Aerospace / Rocket Launch Operations
Required skills
fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, heat transfer, controls, instrumentation, pipe stress analysis, CAD, Python, hazardous system operation, engineering standards (ASME, AFSPCMAN)
Preferred skills
rocket launch facility experience, remote operations control systems, data review and analysis
Technologies
CAESAR II, SOLIDWORKS, Siemens NX, Python
Responsibilities
Lead technicians in troubleshooting, maintenance, upgrades, and operational procedures; develop functional automation; perform post-launch data review; represent SpaceX in certification packages to U.S. government agencies
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC