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SpaceX · 6 days ago

Build Specialist (Structures Engineering)

Starbase, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

SpaceX is a company focused on developing technologies to enable human life on Mars. They are seeking a Build Specialist in Structures Engineering to collaborate with production leadership, streamline manufacturing processes, and support the development of assembly designs.

Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Collaborate and work with the production leadership team by driving engineering standards for excellence in the builds (quality, build improvements, order of operations, etc.)

Interface with engineers and technicians to advance and streamline manufacturing flow; eliminate unnecessary scope, downtime, and blockers

Create and manage tools to communicate schedule; identify critical path/dependencies, and track progress build over build

Review and triage work order feedback; work with process planning to drive necessary incorporation on in-process work orders and next engineering master’s revisions

Support first build process development for new and changing assembly designs that can include process and equipment design, physical operations, and development builds

Identify need for shop aids and tooling that will increase work center productivity

Identify and implement shop floor layout improvements as well as storage and organizational improvements

Routinely broadcast status, milestones, and roadmap of projects to stakeholders

Resolve manufacturing issues, disposition nonconforming parts, modify bills of materials, perform root cause analysis, and implement robust corrective actions

Implement standard practices, troubleshooting guides, and standard repair procedures

Evaluate proposed designs and planning for manufacturability and integration by collaborating with build, design, and build reliability engineers

Provide recommendations for tooling design and improvement based on analysis and data

Design tooling for new and existing products to support rate production

Create high-quality work orders, engineering masters, and other manufacturing resource planning

Streamline existing production builds to minimize cost while improving quality and efficiency

Manage resources, plan, and interface with other production groups including external vendors, manufacturing engineers, and technicians

Qualification

Manufacturing experienceProcess planningData analysisDesign for manufacturabilityTroubleshootingLean Manufacturing ToolsTeam collaborationTooling designShop floor layoutPressure measurementTemperature measurementFlow measurementSiemens NXTeamcenter CADCommunication skillsProblem-solving

Required

High school diploma or equivalency certificate and 2+ years of professional experience in a hands-on manufacturing environment; OR Bachelor's degree in an engineering, math, or science discipline

Must be willing to work all shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed

Must be able to lift 25 lbs. unassisted

Must be willing to travel – up to 5%

Ability to stand for extended periods – 8 hours minimum

Ability to work at elevated heights (up to 200 feet)

Ability to work in confined spaces

Willing to work in an outdoor environment exposed to heat, cold, and rain

Willing to work in an environment exposed to fumes, odors, and noise

Candidate must be capable of safely working at heights (up to 500ft), in confined spaces, using an air purifying respirator, and performing the physical requirements of the job listed in the job description

Candidate may be required to complete a pre-employment questionnaire and/or physical to confirm these capabilities, which may include a medical history review

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