Manufacturing Engineer (Raptor Final Assembly)

Company: SpaceX
Location: Hawthorne
Posted on: May 3, 2021

Job Description:

Manufacturing Engineer (Raptor Final Assembly) at SpaceX Hawthorne, CA, United States 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. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. MANUFACTURING ENGINEER (RAPTOR FINAL ASSEMBLY) As the Manufacturing Development Engineer for Raptor Final Assembly at SpaceX, you will have the opportunity to utilize your knowledge, experience, and creativity to develop, implement and optimize the production process for key sub-assemblies and integration for the Raptor engine. RESPONSIBILITIES: + Develop the manufacturing processes for sub-assemblies and the final integration and production-level testing of the Raptor engine + Assess design requirements and production feasibility. Think creatively to resolve and challenge conflicting requirements + Optimize existing requirements, approaches and processes based on measurement or test data + 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 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 off-nominal non-conformance and develop sustainable repair procedures + Resolve recurring manufacturing discrepancies and interface with quality team to implement corrective actions + Interface with production technician, engineering team, and leadership on a daily basis BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: + Bachelors degree in an engineering discipline + 2+ years of industry experience in product design, development, fabrication, assembly, or test experience PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: + Ability to work in dynamic team environment + Expertise in design for manufacturability and design for assembly, successfully taking products through development, testing, and production + Experience with hardware test methodologies including structural and pressure testing + Experience with large bolted assemblies and aerospace alloys (aluminum, Inconel) + Experience in a medium/high-volume production environment within the aerospace industry + Experience with automation and control systems for production ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: + 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% ITAR REQUIREMENTS: + To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here (mddtc.state.gov/?id=ddtc/_kb/_article/_page&sys/_id=24d528fddbfc930044f9ff621f961987) . SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceXs Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at (310) 363-6000.

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