Mechanical Engineer - Satellite Solar Array, (Starlink)

SpaceX
Redmond, Washington
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeUSD 100,000 - 165,000 annuallyFunction: Energy & Utilities OperationsExperience: 1+ yearsEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["Extreme ownership","Cross-functional collaboration","Analytical reasoning","Design for manufacturing (DFM) mindset"]

Design and analyze next-generation photovoltaic power systems for Starlink satellite solar arrays, from photovoltaic cells through integrated electro-mechanical assemblies. Own mechanical satellite systems and related tooling for the solar array sub-assembly, create design review materials, and drive production outcomes across yield, uptime, and cost. Partner with cross-functional teams, use hand calcs and FEA, produce drawings/specs, write test and verification plans, and review on-orbit performance to implement design and manufacturing solutions.

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Mechanical Engineer - Satellite Solar Array, (Starlink)

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Job Summary

Design and analyze next-generation photovoltaic power systems for Starlink satellite solar arrays, from photovoltaic cells through integrated electro-mechanical assemblies. Own mechanical satellite systems and related tooling for the solar array sub-assembly, create design review materials, and drive production outcomes across yield, uptime, and cost. Partner with cross-functional teams, use hand calcs and FEA, produce drawings/specs, write test and verification plans, and review on-orbit performance to implement design and manufacturing solutions.
Location: Redmond, Washington
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Energy & Utilities Operations
Seniority: Entry level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Design and analyze solar array components from photovoltaic cells to integrated electro-mechanical assemblies.
  • •Own and design satellite mechanical systems and/or associated tooling for the solar array sub-assembly.
  • •Prepare content for technical design reviews and demonstrate ownership of production outcomes (yield, uptime, cost).
  • •Create engineering drawings, schematics, and specifications defining purchasing, manufacturing, and operational requirements.
  • •Write and execute test procedures and verification plans, including process qualifications using design of experiments and statistical process control.
Travel: Low travel

Pay and Benefits

Salary: USD 100,000 - 165,000 annually
Equity and Bonus:Equity
Perks:MedicalDental401kVision

Key Requirements

  • •Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline.
  • •1+ years of professional experience with mechanical/electromechanical design, analysis, testing, and/or manufacturing (internships/co-ops accepted).
  • •Experience with solar array design and/or solar manufacturing industry.
  • •Experience with performance characterization of photovoltaic solar cells.
  • •Proficient in 3D CAD (NX preferred) and analyzing mechanical assemblies using hand calculations and FEA.
Experience:1+ yearsSpaceSatellitesSolarManufacturing
Education:Bachelor's
Skills:Extreme ownershipCross-functional collaborationAnalytical reasoningDesign for manufacturing (DFM) mindset
Languages:English
Tech Stack:FEA3D CADNXGD&THand calculationsDoEStatistical process controlProcess qualificationDesign for manufacturing (DFM)Electrical and mechanical test proceduresThermal analysis

Company Brief

SpaceX
Designs, manufactures, and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft for commercial and government customers, aiming to reduce space transportation costs and enable human life on Mars through reusable launch vehicles and integrated space systems.
Industry: Aerospace Manufacturing
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Growth: Established Company
Valuation: Hectocorn (USD 100B+)
Funding: Series E+
Headquarters: Hawthorne, United States
Founded: 2002
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