Manufacturing Engineer (F9 Primary Structures/Integration)

Who you are

You have a background in manufacturing engineering with experience in structural assembly and integration processes — your creativity and problem-solving skills allow you to develop innovative solutions in a fast-paced environment. You are familiar with industry standards and best practices for safety, quality, and efficiency in manufacturing. Your collaborative nature enables you to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including design engineers and technicians, to ensure manufacturability and implementation of new designs.

You possess strong analytical skills and are adept at evaluating designs for manufacturability — you understand the complexities involved in large-scale production and are committed to resolving product non-conformances. Your experience with tools like AutoCAD and SolidWorks equips you to contribute effectively to the design and development of hardware that meets stringent requirements.

Desirable

Experience in the aerospace industry or with launch vehicles is a plus — you have a passion for space technology and a desire to contribute to humanity's exploration of the stars. Familiarity with advanced manufacturing techniques and materials will enhance your ability to innovate in this role.

What you'll do

As a Manufacturing Engineer at SpaceX, you will be responsible for the build and inspection process for the structural assembly and integration of the Falcon launch vehicle. You will develop, qualify, and refine manufacturing processes to meet all design and business requirements, ensuring that safety, quality, efficiency, and delivery standards are met. Collaborating with other engineers and subject matter experts, you will tackle large-scale production challenges and provide input into the design and development of new and existing hardware.

You will work closely with design engineers to evaluate designs for manufacturability, ensuring that they can be implemented in a rapidly evolving production environment. Your role will involve resolving product non-conformances and continuously improving manufacturing processes to enhance overall efficiency. You will play a vital part in the relationship between development and production teams, ensuring that the transition from design to manufacturing is seamless and effective.

What we offer

At SpaceX, you will be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to advancing space technology and enabling human life on Mars. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. You will work in a collaborative environment where your contributions directly impact the future of space exploration. Join us in our quest to make humanity a multi-planetary species.