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Aerospace, Space Exploration, Telecommunications, Manufacturing

Manufacturing Engineer (Machining)

Hawthorne, CAOnsiteInternshipEntry-level (exp-based)$100,000–$130,000 /yrPosted 2 months ago

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Required skills

manufacturing efficiency
product quality
lower costs
manufacturing discrepancies
root cause analysis
corrective actions
manufacturing BOMs
specifications
production
machining

Nice to have

CNC machinery
lathe
mill
waterjet
laser cutter
EDM

Role summary

SpaceX is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer specializing in Machining to develop innovative solutions for space technology. This role involves supporting product design and process improvements to enhance manufacturing efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness. Responsibilities include analyzing manufacturing discrepancies, managing BOMs and work instructions, collaborating with production and design teams, and leading projects for component technology improvements. A Bachelor's degree in engineering or physics and 1+ years of relevant hands-on experience are required. Preferred qualifications include a Master's degree and experience with CNC machinery, CAM programming, GD&T, CAD, tooling design, DFMA, and process analysis methodologies like Lean Six Sigma.

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 of enabling human life on Mars.

MANUFACTURING ENGINEER (MACHINING)

As a manufacturing engineer at SpaceX, you will have the opportunity to utilize your knowledge, experience, and creativity to develop novel solutions at the cutting edge of space technology. You will work on hardware that will deliver satellites into Earth orbit, ferry humans to and from the International Space Station, and ultimately extend humanity’s reach beyond the Earth and Moon. You will own the relationship between our engineering and production teams. You will provide input into the design and development of new and existing hardware and take a lead role in manufacturing and integration within production on our current and next-generation vehicles.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide engineering support for product design and process improvements to improve manufacturing efficiency, ensure product quality, and lower costs for new and existing products

Analyze and disposition recurring manufacturing discrepancies and interface with the quality team on root cause analysis and corrective actions

Create and manage manufacturing BOMs, work instructions, and specifications

Communicate on a daily basis with supporting departments such as production, machining, maintenance, quality, and design engineering to ensure that product is delivered on time to the correct quantities

Use project management skills and tools to investigate and lead projects for alternate component technologies for reduced cost or improved quality and reliability

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline or physics

1+ years of of hands-on experience in design, development, manufacturing or test (internship and project team experience is applicable)

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Master's degree in an engineering discipline

Experience with CNC machinery (lathe, mill, waterjet, laser cutter, EDM)

Experience with CAM programming (Hypermill, MasterCAM, ESPRIT, NX)

Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) experience

CAD experience (NX & Teamcenter)

Tooling design experience

Design for manufacturability and assembly experience

Experience with capacity modeling, process mapping, and fault analysis

Experience with Lean Six Sigma or equivalent high-performance culture systems

Pareto analysis, root cause, and corrective action experience

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to work extended hours and weekends as needed

Must be able to work onsite in Hawthorne, CA - remote work not considered

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:Pay Range:Level 1: $100,000.00 - $130,000.00Level 2: $115,000.00 - $160,000.00

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.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.

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