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 - IN-TANK PRESSURE SYSTEMS
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Act as a technical resource to research, specify, and procure
equipment to meet product build requirements
- Act as a technical resource to research, specify, and implement
validated manufacturing processes and process controls to produce
precision gas storage and distribution assemblies
- Lead engineering of facility and production equipment systems,
fixtures, and tooling
- Maintain ownership of floor layouts, capacity studies, and product
flow analysis to ensure on-time vehicle delivery to manifest
- Set priority and drive agenda for improvement projects to meet
critical production schedules
- Assist production/engineering leadership team to identify trends and
opportunities for optimizing product output, quality enhancements,
and cost of manufacturability
- Drive design for manufacturing and assembly during new product
development and improvement cycles
- Resolve complex manufacturing defects and eliminate root cause
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in aeronautical, mechanical, or manufacturing
engineering
- Minimum of 2 years of mechanical design and hands-on manufacturing
experience via internships, labs, outside the classroom
extracurricular activities or professional industry experience
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Experience with metallic manufacturing techniques and equipment for
processes such as machining, welding, forming, inspection, etc.
- Strong computer and analytical skills including proficiency in solid
modeling software, AutoCAD/SketchUp/Revit, and Microsoft Suite
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings
- Experience with Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DFMA)
- Experience in a team oriented environment
- Must be able to work well in an integrated collaborative team
environment including daily interactions with technicians,
engineers, and managers
- Able to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
- Creative and passionate approach to addressing challenges, and an
enthusiastic, self-motivated attitude that relishes in delivering
best-in-class performance
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to work while being on your feet for up to 4+ hours a day
- Ability to work directly with the hardware on the floor and being
comfortable stooping, bending, and standing
- Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as necessary
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
- To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations,
including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you
must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S.,
protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or 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
notify the Human Resources Department at (310) 363-6000.