Propulsion Technician: Raptor Printer Automation & Controls

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

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

401(k) retirement plan

Medical, vision, dental

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Propulsion Technician (Raptor Printer Automation & Controls) to drive fabrication and commissioning of in-house additive manufacturing printers. You'll work with engineers and toolmakers to advance SpaceX's cutting-edge manufacturing tech.

This role requires hands-on problem solving, autonomy, and strong wiring/controls experience. The team emphasizes collaboration, precision, and scalability in a fast-paced production environment with growth opportunities from Level 1 to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency required.
• 1+ years of electrical or automation & controls experience in manufacturing.
• Strong problem-solving and hands-on skills.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, assemble, and commission 3D printers and subsystems.
• Collaborate with design/build and automation/controls engineers.
• Support ongoing development of in-house additive manufacturing equipment.

Skills

Electrical systems

Controls troubleshooting

Reading schematics

GD&T comprehension

Team communication

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Tools

Electrical wiring

Panel building

Laser tracker / CMM

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a Propulsion Technician (Raptor Printer Automation & Controls) to drive fabrication and commissioning of in-house additive manufacturing printers. You'll work with engineers and toolmakers to advance SpaceX's cutting-edge manufacturing tech.

This role requires hands-on problem solving, autonomy, and strong wiring/controls experience. The team emphasizes collaboration, precision, and scalability in a fast-paced production environment with growth opportunities from Level 1 to