Mechanical Engineer
CALLING ALL FSAE ENGINEERS
IMPORTANT: The following job description is an active employment opportunity at an early-stage company within the Generational Partners investment portfolio.
Company Description
Join us to build a world class hypercar. We are aiming to push the bounds of what is possible in the automotive world by bringing hard-won knowledge and experience from the aerospace industry through 26+ years combined experience at SpaceX of our founders. We will be developing hardware and new technologies in-house on all fronts; engine, drivetrain, suspension, vehicle structure, aerodynamics, at a level that will meet or advance the state of the art. We are a recent startup aiming to staff a total of ~10 employees.
Role Description
This is a full-time, on-site Aerospace/Mechanical Engineer role located in Torrance, CA. The Engineer will handle tasks such as designing and optimizing mechanical systems on a high performance road vehicle, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to develop innovative solutions, and utilizing computer-aided design (CAD) software and other engineering tools. This is a ground up design effort, with ample opportunities for hardware ownership and personal career development and growth; there is high demand but also a high reward for success.
Qualifications
- 1-3 years mechanical/aerospace engineering experience
- High aptitude. Someone who has demonstrated success in engineering related projects
- Proficiency in using Computer-Aided Design (CAD) tools for creating detailed designs
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or a related field
- Problem-solving skills with attention to detail and a focus on innovative solutions
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities
Compensation & Benefits
- $90k–$120k
- Full health coverage
- Three weeks PTO + 10 company holidays
- Paid parental leave for both parents
- Meaningful stock options with substantial upside as an early-stage company