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SpaceX · 3 hours ago

Manufacturing Engineer, Raptor Turbomachinery

Hawthorne, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$110K/yr - $130K/yr

1+ years exp

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. As the Manufacturing Engineer for Raptor production, you will develop, implement, and optimize the production process for key sub-assemblies and components for the Raptor engine.

Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develop the manufacturing and integration processes for turbomachinery components and assemblies in the Raptor engine

Implement new manufacturing capabilities and think creatively to resolve and challenge conflicting requirements

Optimize existing requirements, approaches and processes based on measurement or test data

Develop and design tooling and processes for rapid and repeatable balance correction methods unique to part geometries

Develop, demonstrate and drive to completion innovative production processes to support high rate production targets

Work with an extremely fast paced environment and adapt to evolving design and production challenges

Maintain a sense of ownership for all aspects of the engine turbopumps including, design, fabrication, and delivery schedule

Drive design and process changes that support program goals, through demonstration of feasibility

Work closely with design/development engineers and fabrications shops (internal and external) to get parts built and assembled

Assist with design, analysis, and integration of Raptor sub-assemblies to resolve non-conformance issues and develop sustainable repair procedures

Resolve recurring manufacturing discrepancies and interface with quality team to implement corrective actions

Interface with production technicians, engineering team, and leadership on a daily basis

Qualification

Turbomachinery expertiseDynamic balance processesDesign for manufacturabilityAerospace industry experienceTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline

1+ years of industry experience in propulsion or power generation product design, development, fabrication, assembly, or test

This is a hands-on position that may require standing for up to 4 hours a day and working directly with hardware on the floor

Able to stoop, bend, stand, and enter a confined space

Position may require long hours and weekend work

Must be willing to travel, up to 5%

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State