Space Mechanical jobs in Hawthorne, CA

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Thermal Engineer (Falcon, Dragon, & Starfall) Verified today

SpaceX · Hawthorne, CA · MechanicalYou will own the thermal design of Falcon, Dragon, and Starfall hardware end-to-end, from concept and modeling through CAD, build, and flight validation. Translate analysis into real design decisions on materials, coatings, and thermal control systems that keep components within limits across ascent, orbit, and reentry.$100,000 to $117,500 per yearOn site

Sr. Thermal Engineer, Thermal & Fluid Analysis (Starship) Verified today

SpaceX · Hawthorne, CA · MechanicalSpaceX 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.$130,000 to $180,000 per year

Thermal Engineer III - Advanced Manufacturing Verified today

Quantum Space · Hawthorne, CA · MechanicalOwn end-to-end spacecraft thermal architecture, from high-fidelity modeling through flight validation. You will lead thermal design decisions, mentor junior engineers, and solve critical on-orbit performance challenges for next-generation mobility platforms.$140,000 to $200,000 per yearOn site