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New Graduate Engineer, Mechanical (Starshield)

SpaceX is building the technologies to enable humanity to become a multiplanetary species. We are seeking a New Graduate Mechanical Engineer for the Starshield team who will take ownership of hardware and mechanisms across design, testing, production, and on-orbit operations while working closely with cross-disciplinary teams to deliver high-reliability space systems.

Skills

  • Proficiency with CAD and experience with FEA tools
  • Mechanical and/or electromechanical design and analysis experience
  • Hands-on hardware bring-up, assembly, and test experience
  • Understanding of manufacturing processes and DFM principles
  • Ability to create and verify requirements and perform systems-level thinking
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Own hardware and mechanisms from concept through production and on-orbit operations
  • Develop design criteria, write and collaborate on requirements, and drive system-level optimization
  • Rapidly iterate designs and analyses to inform system trades and product direction
  • Implement DFM practices to reduce part/process count and error-proof fabrication and integration
  • Establish efficient product lifecycle from supply chain to final integration and production
  • Perform environmental and performance testing to validate designs and compliance
  • Manage product delivery timeline through conception, assembly, and launch
  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure manufacturability and operational readiness

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or a STEM discipline (required)
  • Graduating with a bachelor’s, master’s, or PhD in 2026 or 2027
  • Master’s degree in engineering or related technical discipline (preferred)

Benefits

  • Base salary with potential long-term incentives: stock, options, or cash awards
  • Potential discretionary bonuses and Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan access
  • Short- and long-term disability insurance and life insurance
  • Paid parental leave, paid vacation (approx. 3 weeks), and 10+ paid holidays
  • Paid sick leave per company policy
  • Opportunity to work on classified programs (if eligible) with clearance differential
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