What’s SpaceX like in terms of their business, the role, and the work culture?

Well, a Build Engineer in Fluid Systems is responsible for building, testing, and troubleshooting fluid assemblies for the Dragon vehicle. They ensure these systems, which are crucial for life support, thermal control, and propulsion, perform reliably both on the ground and in space.

You’ll need at least a Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline or physics, plus a year of hands-on experience with mechanical components or systems. If you have a Master’s degree or experience with manufacturing processes, that’s a big plus!

Some key responsibilities include managing parts and propulsion sub-systems during manufacturing, developing new processes for production, resolving discrepancies in manufacturing, and supporting the day-to-day production of tank and engine assemblies. It’s all about ensuring everything runs smoothly!

Absolutely! Having knowledge in fluid dynamics, experience with welding and machining, and familiarity with CAD and GD&T can really make you shine. Plus, if you’ve done any pressure testing or fault analysis, that’s definitely a bonus!

The pay range for a Build Engineer at SpaceX varies based on experience. For Level I, it’s between $95,000 and $115,000 a year, and for Level II, it’s between $110,000 and $130,000. It really depends on your qualifications and experience!