💼 About This Role

You'll design, build, and operate launch pad fluid systems for Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy ground support equipment. Your work will directly enable efficient and reliable rocket launches at Vandenberg.

🎯 What You'll Do

• Serve as responsible engineer for launch pad fluid systems including compressible, incompressible, and cryogenic systems
• Direct skilled technicians during design, build, troubleshooting, and upgrades
• Contribute to development and improvement of functional automation for fluid systems
• Drive continuous improvement by interfacing with various teams across SpaceX

📋 Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, aerospace, chemical engineering, or related discipline
• 1+ years professional experience with fluid, mechanical, or low voltage electrical systems
• Ability to pass Air Force background check for Vandenberg Space Force Base
• Ability to work extended hours and be flexible on shifts

✨ Nice to Have

• Experience at a rocket launch/test facility supporting launch campaigns
• Experience with control systems for remote operations and instrumentation
• Experience with CAD software like SOLIDWORKS or Siemens NX

🎁 Benefits & Perks

• 🏖️ 3 weeks paid vacation plus 10+ paid holidays
• 🏥 Comprehensive medical, vision, dental coverage
• 💰 Long-term incentives including company stock, options, and bonuses
• 👶 Paid parental leave and 401(k) retirement plan
• 💪 Short/long-term disability and life insurance

📨 Hiring Process

Estimated timeline: 2-4 weeks · AI estimate

1. 1Phone Screen· 30 min
2. 2Technical Interview· 60 min
3. 3On-site Interview· 4 hours