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SpaceX · 10 hours ago

Propulsion Technician (Raptor Foundry)

Hawthorne, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$23/hr - $38/hr

1+ years exp

SpaceX is a company focused on developing technologies to enable human life on Mars. They are seeking a motivated Propulsion Technician to operate and maintain industrial equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, contributing to the production of revolutionary launch vehicles and spacecraft.

Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain robotic systems for shell manufacturing, including part loading, in-process inspection, and slurry sampling

Perform operation of burnout furnaces, including cutting and placement of insulation on molds

Assist pour operations team with mold transfer processes using robotic equipment, forklifts, and other assisted lift methods

Operate large industrial equipment such as abrasive saws, waterjets, and grit blasting machinery to support de-shelling and casting mold operations

Read and interpret work order instructions to blend and remove material using carbides or other hand tools, ensuring critical dimensional tolerances are met

Handle part transfers and documentation using heat treat ovens

Support SLA printing and related finishing/assembly tasks as part of broader production workflows

Take initiative in problem solving, cost reductions, and process improvements

Collaborate with design, tooling, and quality engineers to transition products from design to high-volume production

Provide hands-on support across foundry operations to maintain efficiency and quality

Qualification

Industrial equipment operationFoundry processesProcess improvementsRobotics operationPreventive maintenanceMetal fabricationManual dexterityTeam collaborationAttention to detailProblem solvingCommunication skills

Required

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

1+ years of hands-on experience in industrial manufacturing or production environments, including one or more of the following: heavy industrial equipment operation, surface preparation and finishing, part inspection and quality control, preventive maintenance (PMs) on machinery, metal fabrication, or operating lab/manufacturing equipment

Experience documenting process improvements and working in team-based production settings

Must be available for 1st shift (5:00 AM - 3:30 PM)

Must be able to work overtime and weekends as needed

Must be able to lift and carry 25 lbs

Must be able to climb ladders and stairs and work in small, restricted areas

Preferred

2+ years of hands-on experience with foundry processes, investment casting, or operation of large-scale industrial equipment (e.g., robotics, furnaces, saws, or blasting systems)

3+ years in a professional manufacturing or production role, with a focus on scaling operations or handling complex industrial workflows

Proven track record of creative problem solving, implementing cost reductions, and driving process optimizations in industrial settings

Experience starting up new work centers, establishing documented processes, and introducing new products from design to production

Familiarity with HMI, PLC, or robot programming for industrial automation

Strong manual dexterity for tasks like sanding, cutting, assembly, and precision finishing

Comfortable adapting to a mix of repetitive production tasks and innovative process development

Ability to communicate effectively across all organizational levels

Exceptional attention to detail and safety awareness in high-stakes environments