Manufacturing Technician (Raptor)

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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 TECHNICIAN (RAPTOR)

The Manufacturing Technician will support production of Raptor engine hardware. The technicians on this team are versatile and highly skilled, wearing several hats in an effort to get the job done. The ideal candidate does not worry about the title, but rather the goal of the business and the company, always pushing to support the needs of the business to make it successful.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Set up, operate and turn over various printers according to procedures, specifications, and instructions
  • Always ensure procedures are followed in order to deliver defect free hardware
  • Keep a clean, organized, and thoroughly maintained work space
  • Ensure product quality and conformance to specifications and/or engineering requirements
  • Develop and implement efficiency improvement projects
  • Maintain consumable supply inventory, and complete cycle counts
  • Independently perform verifications and document results in a clear, precise, and complete manner
  • Assist engineers with development build ups or tear downs
  • Operate post processing equipment such as  drills, handheld grinders and CNC machines as required

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High school degree or equivalency certificate
  • 1+ years of manufacturing experience

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Additive manufacturing experience
  • Ability to read, interpret and work from drawings, controlled documentation and processes such as: assembly procedures/work instructions, schematics, engineering drawings, and parts list
  • Experience working in the military or at an aerospace manufacturing company (spacecraft, aircraft, etc.)
  • Experience driving engagement with others, taking initiative, and helping push the team to new levels
  • Strong computer literacy skills with an understanding of how to maximize current technologies
  • Excellent communication skills

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • This is a 2nd shift role from 3 PM until 1:30 AM
  • Able to lift up to 25 lbs
  • Willing to work overtime and weekends when 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.

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