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SpaceX · 3 hours ago

Propulsion Engineer, Combustion Devices Manufacturing (Raptor)

Hawthorne, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$95K/yr - $130K/yr

1+ years exp

SpaceX is actively developing technologies to enable human life on Mars. As a Propulsion Engineer for Raptor Combustion Devices Manufacturing, you will develop and optimize production processes for key components of the Raptor engine, collaborating with engineers and technicians to ensure the reliability and manufacturability of the hardware.

Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develop manufacturing and integration processes for combustion device components & assemblies in the Raptor engine family

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

Regularly challenge each process, part, and operation while working closely with design/development engineers to create the most manufacturable and reliable engine hardware possible

Oversee introduction and implementation of new products and product revisions, frequently multiple at a given time

Maintain a sense of holistic ownership over the production line, including process consistency, quality, tooling, capital equipment, ergonomics, and safety

Resolve recurring manufacturing nonconformance's and interface with quality team to implement corrective actions

Interact with a multi-disciplinary group of engineers and technicians on a daily basis in support of production, test, launch, and more

Interface with internal fabrication shops as well as vendors to meet production goals

Work with production teams to ensure the hardware you are responsible for is delivered on time or ahead of schedule

Qualification

Engine design experienceFluid system designManufacturing processesLiquid rocket enginesDesign for manufacturabilityJoining processes knowledgeOrganizational skillsTeamworkDetail oriented

Required

Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline

1+ years of experience with engine, fluid, or system design, development, fabrication, assembly, or test (internship or project team experience is applicable)

This is a hands-on position that will require standing for long durations of your day and working directly with hardware on the floor

Must be comfortable stooping, bending, and standing

Position may require occasional travel, long hours, or weekend work

Preferred

Experience working with liquid rocket engines, spacecraft systems, and/or pressurized fluid systems

Knowledge of aerospace applications for metals such as steel and aluminum, as well as high temperature alloys such as Inconel, molybdenum, niobium, etc

Familiarity with fundamentals of common joining processes such as brazing and welding

Expertise in design for manufacturability (DFM), with demonstrable success at taking products through development, testing, and production

Strong understanding of engineering fundamentals for structural and fluids-based applications

Highly detail oriented with excellent organizational skills

Track record of success in a rapidly growing, changing and highly technical environment

Ability and desire to work in a dynamic, fast-paced, team environment