SpaceX - Brownsville, TX
posted 3 months ago
The Senior Propulsion Engineer role at SpaceX is a pivotal position responsible for the development of fluid systems that will enable high performance and manufacturable interplanetary vehicles, specifically for the Crew Starship (also known as HLS or the Human Landing System). This role is crucial as SpaceX aims to return humankind to the surface of the moon and establish permanent communities on the Moon, Mars, and beyond. The engineer will engage in a variety of tasks including designing, analyzing, and building fluid systems that are essential for the Crew Starship vehicle. The responsibilities of this position include sizing vehicle fluid systems, conducting detailed mechanical design, performing structural analysis, and overseeing the manufacturing and build flow of parts and systems. The systems involved will encompass high-pressure gas storage and control, cryogenic fluid management, attitude control systems, and thermal control systems. Additionally, the Propulsion Systems Engineer will be tasked with developing the concept of operations for their systems, which includes everything from acceptance testing to in-flight operations. This role requires a blend of technical expertise and practical experience, as the engineer will be expected to transform system requirements into hardware concepts, design pressurized and unpressurized structures, and perform hand calculations to ensure component survivability. The engineer will also lead design reviews and coordinate testing of flight hardware, exemplifying technical excellence and accountability throughout the process.