SpaceX
ChemicalEngineer
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“Chemical Engineer at SpaceX. Skills: launch pad fluid systems, heat transfer, thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, controls, instrumentation, design, build, troubleshooting, maintenance, upgrades, automation, continuous improvement. Serve as the responsible engineer for one or multiple launch pad fluid systems including compressible, incompressible, and/or cryogenic fluid systems. Utilize knowledge of heat transfer, thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, controls, and instrumentation to troubleshoot issues ”
Industry & Context.
troubleshoot issues present in various launch pad systems
Experience testing and operating with or around hazardous systems (high pressure, high energy, hazardous gases
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, chemical engineering, physics, or other engineering discipline, 1+ years of professional experience working with fluid, mechanical, or low voltage electrical systems
Nice to Have
Experience working at a rocket launch/test facility and supporting launch/test campaigns, Experience using and troubleshooting control systems for remote operations and instrumentation feedback, Experience using SOLIDWORKS, Siemens NX, or similar CAD software, Experience using python or other programming languages for data review and analysis, Experience testing and operating with or around hazardous systems (high pressure, high energy, hazardous gases
What You'll Do.
Serve as the responsible engineer for one or multiple launch pad fluid systems including compressible
and/or cryogenic fluid systems
Utilize knowledge of heat transfer
and instrumentation to troubleshoot issues present in various launch pad systems
a skilled technician workforce to carry out design
maintenance activities
and operational procedures
Contribute to the development and improvement of the functional automation relating to the fluid system(s) for which you are responsible
Identify and implement upgrades to launch pad hardware
and procedures – drive continuous improvement in these areas by interfacing regularly with various teams across SpaceX
Serve as the lead engineer for the pad during design
Represent SpaceX by presenting certification packages and engineering data to U. S. government agencies including NASA
US Space Force and others
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work with, and direct, a skilled technician workforce; interfacing regularly with various teams across SpaceX
Communication Scope
presenting certification packages and engineering data to U. S. government agencies
Process & Methodology
leading a team of technicians on the pads throughout the build campaign
Full Job Description
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. CHEMICAL ENGINEER SpaceX is currently seeking an individual to join the Launch Pad Engineering Team in Vandenberg. You will have the opportunity to utilize your multi-disciplinary knowledge, experience, and creativity to develop solutions to launch pad design, build, and operations with the goal of maximizing efficiency without sacrificing safety or reliability. You will be responsible for ensuring all aspects of launch pad GSE (ground support equipment) have been properly designed, built, configured, and tested to support Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy interface requirements. During build operations, you will be responsible for leading a team of technicians on the pads throughout the build campaign to ensure accurate and timely installation and activation of the pad fluid systems. RESPONSIBILITIES: Serve as the responsible engineer for one or multiple launch pad fluid systems including compressible, incompressible, and/or cryogenic fluid systems Utilize knowledge of heat transfer, thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, controls, and instrumentation to troubleshoot issues present in various launch pad systems Work with, and direct, a skilled technician workforce to carry out design, build, troubleshooting, maintenance activities, upgrades, and operational procedures Contribute to the development and improvement of the functional automation relating to the fluid system(s) for which you are responsible Identify and implement upgrades to launch pad hardware, software, and procedures – drive continuous improvement in these areas by interfacing regularly with various teams across SpaceX Serve as the lead engineer for the pad during design, construction, and activation Represent SpaceX by presenting certific
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