Propulsion Analyst, Turbomachinery (Raptor)
SpaceX · Hawthorne, CA
Posted 28 days ago · $100,000.00 - $130,000.00
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 28 days SpaceX's roles stay open a median of 45 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- Yes 52% of SpaceX's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at SpaceX
- high 1459 stale, 43 reposted of 2,362 open
- Hiring momentum
- 3062 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-09-17
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from SpaceX's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for SpaceX.
About this role
As a Propulsion Analyst for Turbomachinery at SpaceX, you will conduct and present various analyses related to the Raptor engine, ensuring it meets reliability and performance standards. Your role will involve collaboration with design and test teams, applying your knowledge of structural mechanics and advanced computing to inform design decisions and improve engine hardware.
- benefits
- 5/5
- freshness
- 4/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 5/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of SpaceX as an employer.
What you need
- Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline
- 1+ years of experience in structural analysis or design (extracurricular and internship experience qualifies)
Nice to have
- Proficient in statics, mechanics of materials, durability, dynamics, and/or heat transfer
- Experience with FEA setup and post-processing
- Able to perform hand calculations to validate and improve models
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Able to deliver on schedule
What you get
- Pay Range: Level 1: $100,000.00 - $130,000.00; Level 2: $115,000.00 - $160,000.00
- Long-term incentives in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards
- Potential discretionary bonuses
- Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
- Access to a 401(k) retirement plan
Worth weighing
- Willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed
- No remote work mentioned, position likely requires on-site presence in Hawthorne, CA
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Listed by SpaceX on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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