Additive Technician (Raptor)

SpaceX; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Long-term incentives

401(k) retirement plan

Medical, vision, dental coverage

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

SpaceX is hiring an Additive Technician (Raptor) to set up and operate metal 3D printers and perform post-print processing for Raptor engine components. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment.

The technician will handle powder removal, inspections, and tooling operations, while collaborating with engineers to support development build ups and process updates. It is a first shift with potential overtime.

Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalency.
• 1+ years of experience with hardware assembly, maintenance, and/or operating and maintaining complex machinery.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate and turn over various additive manufacturing printers according to procedures, specifications, and instructions.
• Fully support all post printing operations. Includes but not limited to: powder removal, support removal, borescope and other inspections.
• Always ensure procedures are followed to ensure safety and to deliver defect free hardware.
• Keep a clean, organized, and thoroughly maintained work space.
• Ensure product quality and conformance to specifications and/or engineering requirements.
• Develop and implement efficiency improvement projects.
• Maintain consumable supply inventory, and complete cycle counts.
• Independently perform verifications and document results in a clear, precise, and complete manner.
• Assist engineers with development build ups or tear downs.
• Operate post processing equipment such as drills, handheld grinders and CNC machines as required.
• Able to flex support other areas of the Additive or Raptor organization to assist areas in need.
• Ability to adapt with process change and updates to work instructions.

Skills

Hardware assembly

Machinery operation

Reading drawings

Quality focus

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Tools

Drills

Handheld grinders

CNC machines

Job description

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.

ADDITIVE TECHNICIAN (RAPTOR)

Role

This role will support printer setup and post print-processing of metal powder bed fusion products for the Raptor Engine. Technicians on this team are versatile and highly skilled, wearing several hats in an effort to get the job done. The ideal candidate is able to:

• Safely and efficiently operate several assets to meet Raptor’s rate.
• Perform work instructions without deviation, perform all tasks with high efficiency and quality, and provide feedback to improve the process.
• Continuously improve their workmanship, teammates, and the process
• Understand the goals of the business and support the company to achieve them.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate and turn over various additive manufacturing printers according to procedures, specifications, and instructions
• Fully support all post printing operations. Includes but not limited to: powder removal, support removal, borescope and other inspections
• Always ensure procedures are followed to ensure safety and to deliver defect free hardware
• Keep a clean, organized, and thoroughly maintained work space
• Ensure product quality and conformance to specifications and/or engineering requirements
• Develop and implement efficiency improvement projects
• Maintain consumable supply inventory, and complete cycle counts
• Independently perform verifications and document results in a clear, precise, and complete manner
• Assist engineers with development build ups or tear downs
• Operate post processing equipment such as drills, handheld grinders and CNC machines as required
• Able to flex support other areas of the Additive or Raptor organization to assist areas in need
• Ability to adapt with process change and updates to work instructions.

Basic Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalency certificate
• 1+ years of experience with hardware assembly, maintenance, and/or operating and maintaining complex machinery

Preferred Skills And Experience

• Experience working on and troubleshooting large industrial equipment
• Ability to read, interpret and work from drawings, controlled documentation and processes such as: assembly procedures/work instructions, schematics, engineering drawings, and parts list
• Experience working in the military or at an aerospace manufacturing company (spacecraft, aircraft, etc.)
• Experience driving engagement with others, taking initiative, and helping push the team to new levels
• Strong computer literacy skills with an understanding of how to maximize current technologies
• Excellent communication skills
• Experience working with or on complex machinery (examples: repairing a pump system, car mechanic, etc)
• Proven track record of high-quality work, attention to detail, and high level throughput

Additional Requirements

• This is a 1st shift role from 5 AM - 3:30 PM
• Adhere to SpaceX time and attendance policy
• Able to lift up to 25 lbs
• Must be willing to work overtime and weekends as needed
• Ability to work directly with the hardware on the floor while being comfortable stooping, bending, pulling, pushing, climbing and standing (including on lifts and ladders)
• Ability to stand up for up to 8 hours during the day

Pay Range

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Propulsion Technician/Level 1: $23.00 - $27.00/hour
• Propulsion Technician/Level 2: $26.00 - $32.50/hour
• Propulsion Technician/Level 3: $31.00 - $38.00/hour

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.

Itar Requirements

• 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. Learn more about the ITAR here.

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.

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