Rocket Propulsion Technician (Raptor)

United States Digital Space LLC; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Long-term incentives

Health, vision, dental

401(k) plan

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid parental leave

Vacation time

Paid holidays

Job summary

United States Digital Space LLC in Hawthorne, CA, is seeking a Propulsion Technician (RAPTOR) to assemble and test rocket hardware and related sub-assemblies. You will work with Raptor combustion devices, read technical drawings, and use precision tools in a safety- and quality-driven environment.

The role requires a high school diploma, 1+ year manufacturing experience, and preferably an A&P license with aerospace knowledge. The shift is 5:00 AM–3:30 PM, with overtime and weekend work as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 1+ years in manufacturing or related work.
• A&P license and aerospace familiarity are preferred.
• 2+ years on aircraft or rocket engines preferred.
• 5+ years aerospace engines experience preferred.
• Knowledge of pressure, temperature and flow measurement devices.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and test rocket hardware and sub-assemblies per procedures.
• Operate equipment like vacuum furnaces and proof/waterflow booths.
• Read drawings and follow detailed work instructions precisely.
• Use torque wrenches, micrometers and calipers for measurements.
• Stage, install, test and de-tool major Raptor engine hardware.
• Troubleshoot engines and cell systems and interpret test data.

Skills

A&P license

Read technical drawings

Troubleshooting

Math & measurement

Safety compliance

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Tools

Torque wrenches

Micrometers

Calipers

Vacuum furnaces

Ultrasonic immersion

EB welding equipment

TIG welding equipment

Job description

United States Digital Space LLC in Hawthorne, CA, is seeking a Propulsion Technician (RAPTOR) to assemble and test rocket hardware and related sub-assemblies. You will work with Raptor combustion devices, read technical drawings, and use precision tools in a safety- and quality-driven environment.

The role requires a high school diploma, 1+ year manufacturing experience, and preferably an A&P license with aerospace knowledge. The shift is 5:00 AM–3:30 PM, with overtime and weekend work as needed.