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Build Engineer, COPVS (Starship)

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Internship

Published

Aug 11, 2026

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The role

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.

BUILD ENGINEER, COPVS (STARSHIP)

The build engineer is responsible for production, qualification, and the design/analysis of hardware manufactured on the lines, as well as advancement of the manufacturing system itself. Development scope includes identifying inputs, detailed design and analysis, design reviews, qualification, and production implementation. This includes mechanical testing, weld process development, inspection techniques, personnel access, and all associated tooling required to create COPVs for Starship and Super Heavy Booster. Additional responsibilities include developing and reviewing work instructions as designs evolve and resolving issues that often require one-off analysis to determine the path forward.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work closely with vehicle analysts to ensure solutions meet the requirements for vehicle design as well as the manufacturing processes

• Develop production procedures/processes and manage the transition of parts and assemblies from development to high-rate production

• Coordinate and execute development, qualification, and acceptance testing of systems and tooling needed to meet hardware deadlines

• Execute design for manufacturability changes to enhance production efficiency

• Create original CAD models and prints for flight and/or tooling components

• Lead the on-site design engineering for the efficient build of parts and assemblies

• Create and maintain build schedules

• Resolve and analyze manufacturing discrepancies while interfacing with the quality team (resolving issues for design, fabrica

Requirements

Department: Starship COPV Engineering