Sr. Mechanical Engineer, Insource Manufacturing (Starlink)

The role

You will take end-to-end ownership of critical manufacturing equipment and material handling systems. You will design, build, and qualify custom equipment and automation systems for Starlink products.

What you will do

• Own manufacturing subsystems and equipment from conceptual design through fabrication, commissioning, and high-volume production ramp
• Develop design criteria and collaborate on requirements with cross-functional teams
• Perform failure modes and effects analysis, reliability modeling, and stress testing
• Design and develop production equipment including structures, mechanisms, robot end effectors, automation systems, and material handling solutions
• Monitor and track equipment performance metrics using data analytics
• Implement preventive and predictive maintenance strategies
• Evaluate and select equipment suppliers and vendors
• Oversee installation, commissioning, and ongoing performance of equipment
• Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and test teams
• Solve complex, open-ended problems

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, manufacturing, materials, or other engineering discipline
• 5+ years of professional experience with mechanical design, analysis, testing, or manufacturing
• 3+ years of experience with CAD and FEA software packages
• Willingness to travel to other SpaceX sites and/or vendors for significant/extended periods of time
• Ability to lift up to 25Ibs unassisted
• Standing/walking for long periods of time
• Ability to work long hours and weekends as necessary

Nice to have

• Master’s degree or PhD in an engineering discipline
• 3+ years of experience in a leadership position in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with custom machine design including electromechanical systems, end-of-arm tooling, motors, actuators, linear rails, bearings, and lifting/rigging
• Proficient in 3D CAD (Siemens NX preferred) and Teamcenter
• Solid understanding and application of GD&T, mechanical engineering fundamentals, structural analysis, and failure modes of complex mechanical systems
• Prior ownership of a complex component or assembly from initial design through production ramp
• Experience applying common manufacturing processes (welding, machining, assembly, inspection) and designing for manufacturability
• Hands-on experience with mills, lathes, manual and CNC machines
• Experience with FEA, structural hand calculations, and sizing of mechanical components
• Self-motivated with strong organizational, written, and oral communication skills

Before you apply

• Applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligibl

About the company

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