Rocket Chamber & Nozzle Manufacturing Automation Engineer

SpaceX; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Comprehensive medical coverage

Paid parental leave

3 weeks of paid vacation

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Manufacturing Automation Engineer in Hawthorne, California. This role involves developing and improving automated systems for the Raptor engine's combustion chambers and nozzles. Candidates need a Bachelor's degree in engineering and at least one year of manufacturing automation experience. The position offers a competitive salary range of $100,000 to $135,000 per year based on experience and includes comprehensive benefits and potential stock options.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience automating manufacturing processes for metallic components.
• Strong programming skills in Python and experience with industrial automation.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-ownership environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve automated manufacturing systems for Raptor components.
• Implement in-situ monitoring for specialized manufacturing processes.
• Design fixture and material handling solutions to maintain geometric tolerances.

Skills

Python programming

Process Automation

Robotic Systems

Machine Vision

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline

Tools

PLC

LabVIEW

Siemens

Fanuc

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a Manufacturing Automation Engineer in Hawthorne, California. This role involves developing and improving automated systems for the Raptor engine's combustion chambers and nozzles. Candidates need a Bachelor's degree in engineering and at least one year of manufacturing automation experience. The position offers a competitive salary range of $100,000 to $135,000 per year based on experience and includes comprehensive benefits and potential stock options.