Manufacturing Engineer - Build Reliability (Starship)

Who you are

You have a strong background in manufacturing engineering, with experience in developing and implementing manufacturing processes that ensure high quality and efficiency. Your expertise in fabrication methods and tooling design allows you to create innovative solutions that enhance production capabilities. You are skilled in data gathering and visualization, enabling you to analyze processes and drive continuous improvement. You thrive in interdisciplinary teams, collaborating effectively with various stakeholders to achieve common goals. Your attention to detail and commitment to quality ensure that all processes meet stringent inspection requirements. You are adaptable and open to learning, always seeking ways to improve existing processes and reduce risks associated with build-induced vehicle issues.

Desirable

Experience with aerospace manufacturing processes or similar industries would be a plus. Familiarity with advanced inspection techniques and non-destructive testing (NDE) methods can set you apart. A background in mechanical or aerospace engineering is highly desirable, as is proficiency in using AutoCAD or similar design software.

What you'll do

As a Build Reliability Engineer at SpaceX, you will be responsible for developing and enforcing manufacturing, integration, and assembly processes from the ground up. You will design and implement tooling for various testing and assembly tasks, ensuring that all work centers maintain consistency in their operations. Your role will involve defining and documenting inspection requirements and procedures, as well as creating training materials for production and inspection processes. You will collaborate closely with quality assurance teams to contain non-conforming hardware and ensure that all products meet the highest standards of quality. Additionally, you will analyze production data to identify areas for improvement and implement changes that enhance overall efficiency and reliability. Your contributions will directly impact the success of the Starship project, as you work to maximize production capabilities while minimizing risks.

What we offer

At SpaceX, you will be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to advancing space exploration. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. You will work in a dynamic environment where innovation is encouraged, and your contributions will have a meaningful impact on the future of humanity in space. Join us in our quest to make life multi-planetary and be part of a team that is shaping the future of aerospace manufacturing.