Raptor Chamber & Nozzle Manufacturing Engineer

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid parental leave

Paid vacation

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer, Chamber and Nozzle (Raptor) to develop and optimize CNC processes for rocket engine components in Hawthorne, CA. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering and at least 1 year of hands-on CNC machining experience. Key responsibilities include designing machining processes, monitoring production quality, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high precision and efficiency in manufacturing operations. The position offers a competitive salary between $100,000 and $135,000 based on experience and level.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering discipline required.
• 1+ years of hands-on CNC machining experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop CNC machining processes for Raptor combustion chambers and nozzles.
• Implement closed-loop CNC process control with real-time monitoring.
• Design custom fixtures to support high-precision machining.

Skills

CNC machining

Python programming

CAM software proficiency

5-axis CNC milling

data-driven manufacturing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

CNC controllers

Job description

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer, Chamber and Nozzle (Raptor) to develop and optimize CNC processes for rocket engine components in Hawthorne, CA. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering and at least 1 year of hands-on CNC machining experience. Key responsibilities include designing machining processes, monitoring production quality, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high precision and efficiency in manufacturing operations. The position offers a competitive salary between $100,000 and $135,000 based on experience and level.