Raptor Manufacturing Specialist (Maintenance), Level 4/5

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Hawthorne, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Stock options

Medical coverage

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Job summary

SpaceX is hiring a Raptor Manufacturing Specialist (Maintenance) in Hawthorne, CA. You will support preventive maintenance and basic troubleshooting on production equipment, collaborating with engineers and production teams to maintain high uptime.

Responsibilities include diagnosing complex systems, developing work instructions, and ensuring safety protocols. Compensation includes Level 4/5 pay bands, comprehensive benefits, and potential bonuses.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• 5+ years in manufacturing/technical environment.
• Experience with maintenance on industrial equipment such as welding tools, ovens, vacuum systems or environmental test chambers.
• Familiarity reading blueprints, schematics, or technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Own asset recovery processes from fault diagnosis to return-to-production release.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and corrective repairs to ensure uptime.
• Collaborate with engineers, managers, and customers to keep systems in peak condition.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electromechanical systems using root-cause analysis.

Skills

Maintenance

Blueprints

Troubleshooting

Safety

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Welding tools

Ovens

Vacuum systems

Environmental test chambers

Job description

Raptor Manufacturing Specialist (Maintenance), Level 4/5

Hawthorne, CA

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal ofenabling human life on Mars.

RAPTOR MANUFACTURING SPECIALIST (MAINTENANCE), LEVEL 4/5

We’reseekinga motivated and eagerspecialistto join our team in a dynamic manufacturing environment.You’llsupport preventive maintenance and basic troubleshooting on production equipment, working alongside experiencedspecialiststo ensure smooth operations in a high-volume setting. This position is ideal for someone with foundational skills who is ready to learn, grow, and contribute to keeping critical systems running efficiently while collaborating with production teams.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assume full ownership of asset recovery processes, frominitialfault diagnosis and repair execution through functional validation and return-to-production release.
• Execute scheduled preventive maintenance (PM) regimens and perform corrective repairs on manufacturing and test equipment to ensure operational reliability and uptime.
• Collaborate with engineers, managers, and customers tomaintainsystems in peak operating condition.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot complex mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electromechanical systems using root-cause analysis techniques to minimize unplanned downtime.
• Collaborate with asset owners to develop andmaintaindetailed work instructions for equipment preventative maintenance, ensuring zero unplanned service interruptions for employees and customers.
• Maintain, calibrate, and inspect critical production assets including welding systems, high-pressure pumps, thermal ovens, vacuum chambers, and other specialized manufacturing machinery.
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail with a high sense of urgency and a proactive approach to continuous learning of advanced maintenance practices and new equipment technologies.
• Interpret and apply mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic schematics, P&IDs, and technical drawings to support fault isolation, diagnostics, and repair activities.
• Safelyoperatepower tools, hand tools, precision measuring instruments, and heavy equipment/lifting devicesin accordance withestablished procedures.
• Coordinate and manage on-site vendor support, including scope definition, quote evaluation, purchase order submission, and oversight of external service activities.
• Strictly adhere to safety protocols, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), confined space, and hazardous energy control procedures whilemaintaininga clean, organized, and compliant work environment.
• Utilizeinternalsystems and platforms for work order tracking, maintenance documentation, parts inventory management, and equipment history logging.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in a manufacturing, production, or technical environment
• Experience with maintenance on industrial equipment, such as welding tools, ovens, vacuum systems, or environmental testing chambers.
• Familiarity with reading blueprints, schematics, or technical drawings.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• 5+ years’ experience as a maintenance specialist in a production environment.
• Ability to perform basic fabrication.
• Understandingsafety standards and Lean principles (e.g., basic problem-solving methods like Five Whys).
• Analytical mindset foridentifyingsimple root causes of issues.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• 1st shift: Monday - Friday, 5:00am - 3:30pm
• Capable of lifting50lbs. unassisted and comfortable with standing, climbing, bending, and working at heights
• Willing to obtain certifications for forklifts, boom lifts, or other equipment asrequired
• Ability to pass background checks for secure facilities
• Up to 5% travel may berequiredfor training or support

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assume full ownership of asset recovery processes, frominitialfault diagnosis and repair execution through functional validation and return-to-production release.
• Execute scheduled preventive maintenance (PM) regimens and perform corrective repairs on manufacturing and test equipment to ensure operational reliability and uptime.
• Collaborate with engineers, managers, and customers tomaintainsystems in peak operating condition.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot complex mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electromechanical systems using root-cause analysis techniques to minimize unplanned downtime.
• Collaborate with asset owners to develop andmaintaindetailed work instructions for equipment preventative maintenance, ensuring zero unplanned service interruptions for employees and customers.
• Maintain, calibrate, and inspect critical production assets including welding systems, high-pressure pumps, thermal ovens, vacuum chambers, and other specialized manufacturing machinery.
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail with a high sense of urgency and a proactive approach to continuous learning of advanced maintenance practices and new equipment technologies.
• Interpret and apply mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic schematics, P&IDs, and technical drawings to support fault isolation, diagnostics, and repair activities.
• Safelyoperatepower tools, hand tools, precision measuring instruments, and heavy equipment/lifting devicesin accordance withestablished procedures.
• Coordinate and manage on-site vendor support, including scope definition, quote evaluation, purchase order submission, and oversight of external service activities.
• Strictly adhere to safety protocols, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), confined space, and hazardous energy control procedures whilemaintaininga clean, organized, and compliant work environment.
• Utilizeinternalsystems and platforms for work order tracking, maintenance documentation, parts inventory management, and equipment history logging.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in a manufacturing, production, or technical environment
• Experience with maintenance on industrial equipment, such as welding tools, ovens, vacuum systems, or environmental testing chambers.
• Familiarity with reading blueprints, schematics, or technical drawings.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• 5+ years’ experience as a maintenance specialist in a production environment.
• Ability to perform basic fabrication.
• Understandingsafety standards and Lean principles (e.g., basic problem-solving methods like Five Whys).
• Analytical mindset foridentifyingsimple root causes of issues.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• 1st shift: Monday - Friday, 5:00am - 3:30pm
• Capable of lifting50lbs. unassisted and comfortable with standing, climbing, bending, and working at heights
• Willing to obtain certifications for forklifts, boom lifts, or other equipment asrequired
• Ability to pass background checks for secure facilities
• Up to 5% travel may berequiredfor training or support

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Pay Range:
Level 4: $45.50 - $56.00
Level 5: $51.00 - $63.00

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.

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