Propulsion Technician — Raptor Chamber & Nozzle (2nd Shift)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Vision coverage

Dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid vacation (3 weeks)

10+ paid holidays per year

Paid sick leave

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Propulsion Technician for Raptor Chamber & Nozzle Assembly & Final Assembly on 2nd shift in Hawthorne, CA. The role focuses on assembling and testing rocket hardware with strict safety and quality standards, including handling EB, TIG, laser welds and brazing.

The candidate should bring hands-on mechanical skills, the ability to troubleshoot, and work autonomously within defined schedules, supporting diverse propulsion engine systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• A&P license preferred.
• 2+ years of experience working on aircraft or rocket engines.
• 5+ years of aerospace engines experience.
• Knowledge of pressure, temperature and flow measurement devices; mechanical and electrical systems; and/or propulsion engines.
• Strong mathematical, basic computer, problem solving and decision-making skills, and strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team to meet aggressive schedules.
• Ability to operate and understand readouts on automated asset user interfaces and hydrostatic proof booth.

Responsibilities

• Clean, prepare, and assemble various main combustion chamber assemblies and sub-assembly pieces for welding or brazing.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and follow detailed work instructions.
• Operate machinery such as DAVI roll former, automated TIG welding machine, and hydro‑forming sheet metal.
• Run automated machines for surface preparation or thermal barrier coating applications.
• Stage, install, test and de‑tool thrust chamber assemblies and subassemblies.
• Troubleshoot engines and cell systems.
• Operate test cell instrumentation and use computer network systems and test units as described in the test instruction.
• Accept or reject test units based on calculated test data and results.

Skills

Propulsion engines experience

AP license

2+ years experience on aircraft/rocket

5+ years aerospace engines

Instrumentation knowledge

Math/problem solving

Independent/team worker

Readouts on automated assets

Education

High school diploma

Tools

DAVI roll former

Automated TIG welding machine

Hydro-forming sheet metal

Torque wrenches

Micrometers

Calipers

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a Propulsion Technician for Raptor Chamber & Nozzle Assembly & Final Assembly on 2nd shift in Hawthorne, CA. The role focuses on assembling and testing rocket hardware with strict safety and quality standards, including handling EB, TIG, laser welds and brazing.

The candidate should bring hands-on mechanical skills, the ability to troubleshoot, and work autonomously within defined schedules, supporting diverse propulsion engine systems.