New Graduate Engineer, Mechanical - '26/'27 (Starlink/Starmind)

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SpaceX New Graduate Engineer, Mechanical at SpaceX works on designing, building, and producing hardware for Starlink and Starmind satellite constellations. The role involves working on product design, gateway design, satellite design, process development, and manufacturing tooling.

Responsibilities

Own Starlink/Starmind hardware from conceptual design through high-volume production
Develop design criteria, collaborate on requirements, and drive system-level optimization
Design and develop the production lines that manufacture your product, including robot end effector design, process development, control system design, automation programming, and more
Refine the production system to create high-rate, high-yield, and reliable processes
Identify trends and opportunities for optimizing product output, quality enhancements, and cost of manufacturability
Troubleshoot mechanical system problems, formulate maintenance protocols, service schedules, and coordinate material procurement for machinery upkeep
Challenge assumptions and work to find simple solutions to complex problems

Qualification

Graduating in the class of 2026 or 2027Excellent communication skillsADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Required

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or another STEM discipline
1+ years of experience with mechanical/electromechanical design, analysis, testing, and/or manufacturing (internships/co-ops and club projects are applicable)
Graduating in the class of 2026 or 2027

Preferred

Solid understanding and application of GD&T, mechanical engineering fundamentals, structural analysis, and failure modes of complex mechanical systems
Experience with CAD and/or finite element analysis (FEA) software packages
Experience with Six Sigma and basic failure analysis tools and methods (X-ray, cross-section, polishing)
Familiarity with manufacturing processes and how to design for manufacturability
Exposure to some variety of production machinery, industrial sensors, and equipment (motion systems, dispense systems, temperature controllers, laser distance sensors, injection molders, die casters, etc.)
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with changing needs and requirements
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