Production Engineer (Starship Electronics)

Who you are

You have a background in electrical and mechanical engineering, with experience in developing and improving production processes for complex systems. Your understanding of design-for-manufacturing (DFM) principles allows you to collaborate effectively with design teams to enhance product quality and efficiency. You are skilled in creating mechanical tooling and factory stations that optimize production capabilities and reduce cycle times. Your ability to analyze and standardize process chains is crucial for delivering high-quality electronics components for aerospace applications.

You thrive in a fast-paced environment where innovation is key, and you are passionate about contributing to groundbreaking projects that push the boundaries of technology. You have a strong attention to detail and a commitment to continuous improvement, ensuring that production yields meet the high standards required for space missions. Your collaborative spirit enables you to work closely with cross-functional teams, fostering a culture of teamwork and shared success.

Desirable

Experience with avionics hardware and familiarity with aerospace manufacturing processes would be a significant advantage. Knowledge of automation equipment and capital tooling design is also beneficial, as is a proactive approach to problem-solving and process optimization.

What you'll do

As a Production Engineer on the Starship Electronics team, you will be responsible for developing and standardizing the processes required to produce electrical systems for the Starship spacecraft. You will design and implement new factory stations and production assets that enhance capability and efficiency while reducing cycle times. Your role will involve creating mechanical tooling necessary for the assembly and testing of avionics hardware, ensuring that all components meet stringent quality standards.

You will collaborate with design teams to establish DFM guidelines, maintaining a strong partnership that drives innovation and quality in product development. Your contributions will directly impact the production of one of the most sophisticated vehicles ever built, where high production rates and low costs are essential for mission success. You will also engage in continuous improvement initiatives, analyzing production data to identify areas for enhancement and implementing solutions that elevate manufacturing performance.

What we offer

At SpaceX, you will be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to making space travel a reality for humanity. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. You will work in a collaborative environment that values innovation and encourages you to push the limits of what is possible. Join us in our quest to enable human life on Mars and be part of a team that is shaping the future of space exploration.