SpaceX
Space Technology
Sr.HVACDesignEngineer
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“Sr. HVAC Design Engineer at SpaceX. Skills: HVAC design, Fluid systems, Piping systems. Own fluid/HVAC components. Be subject matter expert”
Industry & Context.
Root cause analysis
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in engineering, 5+ years experience with fluids components
Nice to Have
Master's degree in engineering, Hands-on fluid handling systems experience, Experience with HVAC systems, Experience with air ducting, Experienced in NX or other CAD packages, Solid understanding of GD&T
What You'll Do.
Own fluid/HVAC components
Be subject matter expert
Perform fluid analyses
Work with interdisciplinary customers
Ensure designs are manufacturable
Work with production team
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Interdisciplinary customers; Construction engineers; Architects; Internal customers; Production team
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. SR. HVAC DESIGN ENGINEER As a member of the construction and infrastructure team, you will design, build, and activate some of the world’s most technically advanced manufacturing facilities. You will be the subject matter expert on all HVAC, compressed air, piping, dust collection and other critical fluid systems at HQ. You will have the opportunity to utilize your knowledge, experience, and creativity to develop novel solutions at the cutting edge of space technology. This role involves design, analysis, testing, and manufacturing of fluids system elements. You will work with other construction engineers, architects and internal customers to support these goals and have the opportunity to drive real global impact, ultimately leading to making life multiplanetary. The position is based in Hawthorne, CA. RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for owning and being the subject matter expert on fluid/HVAC components across campus – compressors, heat exchangers, pumps, valves and dust collection systems. Perform CAD modeling and design of these systems. Perform fluid analyses for pressure balance, component design allowable, and consumables determination. Work with interdisciplinary customers to ensure the component will meet the requirements of production, avionics, GNC, mission operations and other SpaceX programs. Ensure designs are manufacturable and reliable; work with the production team to ensure a smooth transition to a reliable manufacturing process that has minimal design engineering sustainment engineering required. Material selection, sizing and procurement support. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline. 5+ years of professional experience working with various fl
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