Propulsion Additive Manufacturing Technician

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Hawthorne, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

401(k) plan

Medical coverage

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Propulsion Technician for Raptor manufacturing systems in Hawthorne, CA. You will drive the build and development of in-house additive manufacturing printers and work closely with design/build engineers, automation/controls engineers, and toolmakers to fabricate, assemble, and commission printers and subsystems.

The role emphasizes hands-on problem solving, flexibility, and attention to detail in a fast‑paced production environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ years in manufacturing or production environments.

Responsibilities

• Drive build and development of in-house additive manufacturing printers.
• Collaborate with design/build engineers, automation/controls engineers, and toolmakers to fabricate, assemble and commission printers and subsystems.
• Support scaling of production workflows and process optimization while maintaining safety and quality.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Reading drawings

GD&T

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Electrical knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Laser tracker

Coordinate Measuring Machine

Articulated arm

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a Propulsion Technician for Raptor manufacturing systems in Hawthorne, CA. You will drive the build and development of in-house additive manufacturing printers and work closely with design/build engineers, automation/controls engineers, and toolmakers to fabricate, assemble, and commission printers and subsystems.

The role emphasizes hands-on problem solving, flexibility, and attention to detail in a fast‑paced production environment.