Manufacturing Engineer - Raptor Machining & Processes

SpaceX; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX in Hawthorne, CA is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to influence and solve challenges in Raptor machining. You will ensure robust processes between manufacturing and design engineers to optimize cost, quality, and production rates.

The ideal candidate possesses a Bachelor's degree in engineering or physics, and at least 1 year of manufacturing experience. A strong understanding of machining concepts is essential, and additional skills in CAD are preferred.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment, including student projects or internships.
• Strong experience in machining hardware and process development from R&D to volume manufacturing.
• Experience writing work instructions for aerospace parts.

Responsibilities

• Identify and implement machining processes for quality and production rate.
• Collaborate with teams to solve production problems effectively.
• Drive processes toward statistically controlled environments.

Skills

Machining concepts

Problem-solving

Fast-paced work

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering discipline or physics

Master's degree in mechanical, manufacturing, or aerospace engineering

Tools

3D computer-aided design

Job description

SpaceX in Hawthorne, CA is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to influence and solve challenges in Raptor machining. You will ensure robust processes between manufacturing and design engineers to optimize cost, quality, and production rates.

The ideal candidate possesses a Bachelor's degree in engineering or physics, and at least 1 year of manufacturing experience. A strong understanding of machining concepts is essential, and additional skills in CAD are preferred.