Test Engineer, Compute Payload (Starmind)

Bastrop, TX · 1+ years experience · Posted Sep 29, 2026

At a glance

SpaceX is seeking a Test Engineer for the Compute Payload (Starmind) team in Bastrop, TX.
This role involves owning how hardware is validated for advanced on-orbit AI processing and data center workloads.

Design and implement test processes which seamlessly integrate into electro-mechanical assembly line with rapid iteration
Manage physical infrastructure of test integration and operations
Interface with engineers, specialists and technicians to optimize testing operations
Collaborate with the mechanical design team and end users to incorporate designs for test optimization
Lead development tests ensuring incremental milestones for the production ramp are met
Track manufacturing system key metrics around rate, cost, and quality
Identify tooling and hardware requirements, design and implement them into production processes
Rapidly iterate by evaluating non-conformances to determine root cause and drive test optimization

Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline
1+ years of experience in a manufacturing or test environment via professional work experience, project/research-based student experience, or a combination of both
Must be available to work extended hours and weekends as needed
Ability to lift up to 25lbs
Ability to travel for short and extended trips as needed - up to 15% travel
Position is very hands-on and requires one to be on their feet for extended periods of time, up to 4 hours at a time
Must be able to climb ladders, stoop, bend, crawl, and work in tight spaces
Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, Refugee, Asylee, or be eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State under ITAR

Demonstrated experience working in a highly adaptive and iterative environment
Experience with integration and testing of propulsion, thermal, electrical and/or structural systems
Experience transitioning products from design to manufacturing and test validation, and scaling to high volume as part of a cross-functional team
Proficiency in NX/CATIA/SolidWorks or any industry standard CAD design tools
Experience with process qualifications
Ability to design tooling for high-volume manufacturing
Demonstrated experience implementing automation into test processes
Experience working with and defining requirements for ERP, MRP, and MES systems