New Graduate Engineer, Mechanical (Starlink) at SpaceX in Redmond, WA

Summary: 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. The New Graduate Engineer, Mechanical (Starlink) will solve complex structural, thermal, and electromechanical problems on space grade hardware for the Starlink satellite constellation, owning the full design lifecycle from ideation to production. Responsibilities: - Own hardware from conceptual design through high volume production and on-orbit operation for the Starlink constellation - Develop design criteria, collaborate on requirements, and drive system-level optimization - Rapidly iterate on designs and analysis to inform high level systems trades and steer overall product direction - Drive holistic DFM to create elegant designs with a focus on piece part and process count reductions, error proofing at every step of fabrication and integration, and consistent performance and production metrics - Establish an efficient product lifecycle starting in the supply chain all the way through final integration that balances cost, complexity, and quality; work closely with partner teams to design and realize an efficient in-house production line - Perform environmental and performance testing on hardware to validate analysis and demonstrate compliance to design criteria - Own product delivery timeline through conception, design, assembly, and launch - Demonstrate extreme ownership of product outcomes at every stage of development and production Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or another engineering/STEM discipline - Experience with CAD and FEA software packages - 1+ years of professional experience with mechanical/electromechanical design, analysis, testing, and/or manufacturing (internships/co-ops and club projects can apply) - Graduating in the spring of 2026 or summer of 2026 - Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed Preferred Qualifications: - Master's degree in engineering or a related technical discipline - Hands-on project/mechanical design experience with complex mechanical systems, preferably as a team lead of a university competitive engineering club - Proficient in 3D CAD (NX preferred) - Solid understanding and application of GD&T - Demonstrated understanding of structural analysis and failure modes of complex mechanical systems - Prior ownership of a complex component or assembly from initial design through high-volume production ramp - Self-motivated with strong organizational, written, and oral communication skills - Knowledge of and experience in selecting materials, manufacturing methods, and surface treatments for mechanical components - Proficiency in one or more programming languages - Experience working with PCB designers and exposure to PCB layout and PCBA mechanical design - Experience with design of experiments, statistical process control, and process qualification - Specific expertise applicable to any of the above sub-teams Required Skills: Mechanical Design, Electromechanical Design, CAD Software, FEA Software, 3D CAD, GD&T, Structural Analysis, Failure Modes Analysis, Materials Selection, Manufacturing Methods, Surface Treatments, Programming Languages, PCB Layout, PCBA Mechanical Design, Design of Experiments, Statistical Process Control, Process Qualification Benefits: Long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, Potential discretionary bonuses, Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, 401(k)-retirement plan, Short and long-term disability insurance, Life insurance, Paid parental leave, 3 weeks of paid vacation, 10 or more paid holidays per year, 5 days of sick leave per year, Company shuttles are offered to employees for round trip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday