Raptor Propulsion Technician - 2nd Shift

Starlink; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Long-term incentives

401(k) plan

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid parental leave

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Propulsion Technician (Raptor) on the 2nd shift in Hawthorne, CA. You'll assemble and test rocket hardware, interpret drawings, and troubleshoot anomalies, with a strong emphasis on safety and quality.

The role requires mechanical know-how, hands-on experience, and the ability to work autonomously on defined schedules. It offers competitive pay, stock options, and a broad benefits package, including medical, 401(k), disability and paid time off.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• 1+ year of manufacturing experience.
• A&P license preferred.
• 2+ years of aircraft or rocket engine experience.
• 5+ years of aerospace engines experience.
• Knowledge of pressure, temperature and flow measurement devices; mechanical and electrical systems and/or propulsion engines.
• Strong math, basic computer, problem solving and 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

• Perform work according to procedures, specifications and test instructions for Raptor combustion devices and thermal protection systems.
• Operate machinery such as vacuum furnaces, ultrasonic immersion, proof/waterflow booths.
• Clean, prepare and assemble a variety of combustion devices hardware for processes such as electron beam welding, TIG welding, or brazing.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and follow detailed work instructions.
• Use precision calibrated tools – torque wrenches, micrometers and calipers.
• Perform other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.
• Operate forklifts, cranes and heavy equipment.
• Perform blending, filing and shearing of metal piece parts.
• Clean tools, valves, regulators and maintain a professional and neat work area.
• Stage, install, set-up, test and de-tool all major Raptor combustion devices engine hardware.
• Troubleshoot engines and cell systems.
• Operate test cell instrumentation and use computer network systems as well as test units as described in the test instruction.
• Accept or reject test units based on calculated test data and results.
• Perform work according to procedures, specifications and test instructions.

Skills

A&P license

Aircraft/rocket engine experience

Aerospace engines experience

Measurement devices knowledge

Math and problem solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Readouts on automated asset interfaces

Education

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a Propulsion Technician (Raptor) on the 2nd shift in Hawthorne, CA. You'll assemble and test rocket hardware, interpret drawings, and troubleshoot anomalies, with a strong emphasis on safety and quality.

The role requires mechanical know-how, hands-on experience, and the ability to work autonomously on defined schedules. It offers competitive pay, stock options, and a broad benefits package, including medical, 401(k), disability and paid time off.