Joblaze summary

The Mechanical Engineer for Starship Avionics focuses on designing and analyzing packaging solutions for electro-mechanical assemblies, ensuring they withstand the extreme conditions of space launch. Key skills include proficiency in CAD and finite element analysis, along with a solid understanding of structural integrity and thermal dynamics. This role is suitable for early-career engineers with a background in mechanical or aerospace engineering, particularly those with experience in high-volume production environments. The position is part of a team dedicated to advancing SpaceX's ambitious goals in space exploration.

Joblaze insights

Listed about a month ago — first seen on Joblaze September 12, 2026. Last confirmed on SpaceX's careers page November 6, 2026.
This exact title is also open at 1 other location at SpaceX: Hawthorne, CA.
CAD appears in 3.2% of 505 comparable junior other roles in United States; FEA appears in 1.2% of 505 comparable junior other roles in United States.

Quick facts

Is the Mechanical Engineer (Starship Avionics) role remote?: No — this is an on-site role in Starbase, TX.
How much experience is required?: At least 1 year of relevant experience for this Mechanical Engineer (Starship Avionics) role.
Where is the role based?: SpaceX is hiring for this position in Starbase, TX.
What's the tech stack?: Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: CAD, FEA.
Does SpaceX sponsor work visas for this role?: Yes — the posting indicates visa sponsorship is available for the right candidate.
What seniority level is this role?: SpaceX targets junior candidates for this position.
Is this full-time or contract?: Full-time for this Mechanical Engineer (Starship Avionics) role at SpaceX.

From the original posting

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

MECHANICAL ENGINEER (STARSHIP AVIONICS)

The Starship Avionics team is responsible for designing a Starship avionics system that is optimized for high reliability at a low mass and cost. Our charter is to develop highly producible mechanical designs and packaging solutions that protect our electronics from the harsh mechanical and thermal environments of launch vehicle operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Design packaging solutions for electro-mechanical assemblies
Thermal, structural, and tolerance analysis for electro-mechanical assemblies using both hand calculations and finite element analysis
Participate in initial mechanical design, 3D modeling, creation of production drawings and maintenance of design data
Failure analysis of components as it relates to thermal, loads, vibration and shock
Interface with machine shops and production teams to ensure final designs can be produced in accordance with overall project goals
Own the hardware delivery timeline and success through inception, design, assembly, test, and integration
Lead design reviews internally and participate in reviews with suppliers and customers
Ensure structural designs are capable of both weight and rate targets using innovative design and manufacturing approaches

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering
1+ years of experience with mechanical or electromechanical design and analysis (internships and student project experience qualify)

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Self-motivated with strong organizational, written, and oral communication skills
Experience with CAD and FEA software packages
Proficient and frequent use of hand calculations, finite element analyses (FEA), and computer-aided designs (CAD)
Exposure to high volume production designs with a focus on design for manufacturability
Exposure to designing for high vibration environments
Demonstrated understanding of structural analysis and failure modes
Working knowledge of thermal and structural FEA studies
Experience with fatigue and thermal testing of electro-mechanical assemblies
Solid understanding and application of GD&T
Experience working with PCB designers and exposure to PCB layout

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Extended hours and weekend work may be required to support critical project and mission milestones

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

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Mechanical Engineer (Starship Avionics)

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