Materials Engineer

6 days ago

Hawthorne, California, United States SpaceX Full time

At SpaceX, we're pushing the boundaries of space exploration and development. As a Materials Engineer - Metallurgy Specialist, you'll play a critical role in ensuring the success of our mission-critical hardware.


Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with design and manufacturing engineers to provide expertise on metal usage and processing.
  • Support material selection for improved performance and manufacturability of mission-critical hardware.
  • Identify and qualify new metal alloys or novel manufacturing methods for metallic hardware.
  • Assist with in-house manufacturing methods such as spin forming, roll forming, and age forming.
  • Work with vendors on qualification and property development of custom manufactured forgings and castings.
  • Conduct prototype process trials, materials analysis, and properties characterization.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in materials engineering or metallurgy.
  • 3+ years of professional experience working with aerospace materials, or PhD with a strong focus on metallurgy.

Preferred Skills:

  • PhD in material science or materials engineering.
  • Strong desire to mentor and grow employees.
  • Expert knowledge of mechanical and physical metallurgy.
  • Detailed knowledge of aerospace materials, including high-strength aluminum, nickel alloys, and titanium.
  • Experience in an aerospace materials and processes engineering role.
  • Experience with metallography and characterization techniques.
  • Understanding of metal processing methods and correlation with material properties.
  • Understanding of welding and brazing.
  • Demonstrated track record of success in a rapidly growing, fast-paced, and highly competitive environment.
  • Personality and drive to execute in a scrappy entrepreneurial environment that operates under tight timelines and aggressive schedules.
  • Effective written and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Ability to interact with and convey concepts within all levels of our organization.

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.

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.

  • Materials Engineering Manager

    3 weeks ago

    Hawthorne, California, United States SpaceX Full time

    Job Title: Materials Engineering ManagerSpaceX is seeking a highly skilled Materials Engineering Manager to join our team. As a key member of our engineering organization, you will be responsible for providing technical leadership and expertise in materials selection, testing, and analysis for our aerospace systems.Responsibilities:Provide guidance and...

  • Materials Engineering Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Hawthorne, California, United States SpaceX Full time

    Job SummarySpaceX is seeking a highly skilled Materials Engineering Manager to join our team. As a key member of our engineering staff, you will provide expertise and guidance on materials selection, joining and bonding techniques, and materials testing and analysis.ResponsibilitiesProvide technical leadership and guidance to the engineering staff on...

  • Materials Engineering Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Hawthorne, California, United States SpaceX Full time

    Job Title: Materials Engineering ManagerSpaceX is seeking a highly skilled Materials Engineering Manager to join our team. As a key member of our engineering organization, you will be responsible for providing technical leadership and expertise in materials selection, testing, and analysis for our aerospace systems.Responsibilities:Provide guidance and...

  • Supplier Materials Engineer

    3 weeks ago

    Hawthorne, California, United States SpaceX Full time

    Job Title: Supplier Materials EngineerSpaceX is a pioneering company that aims to make humanity a multi-planetary species. We are seeking a highly skilled Supplier Materials Engineer to join our team.Job Summary:We are looking for a talented individual with expertise in non-metallic materials, such as adhesives, sealants, and coatings. The successful...

  • Materials Engineer

    3 weeks ago

    Hawthorne, California, United States SpaceX Full time

    Job Title: Sr Materials EngineerAt SpaceX, we're pushing the boundaries of what's possible in space exploration. As a Sr Materials Engineer, you'll play a critical role in helping us achieve our goal of making humanity a multi-planetary species.Responsibilities:Provide technical expertise to the engineering team on materials selection, joining/forming...

  • Materials Engineering Manager for Composites

    2 weeks ago

    Hawthorne, California, United States SpaceX Full time

    Job SummarySpaceX is seeking a highly skilled Materials Engineering Manager to lead our composites materials engineering team. As a key member of our engineering organization, you will be responsible for providing expertise and guidance to our engineering staff on materials selection, joining and bonding techniques, and materials testing and analysis.The...

  • Materials Engineer

    2 weeks ago

    Hawthorne, California, United States SpaceX Full time

    Job Title: Materials EngineerSpaceX is seeking a highly skilled Materials Engineer to join our team. As a Materials Engineer at SpaceX, you will be responsible for providing expertise and guidance to our engineering staff on materials selection, testing, and analysis.Responsibilities:Provide technical guidance on materials selection, testing, and analysis to...

  • Materials Engineering Manager for Composites

    2 weeks ago

    Hawthorne, California, United States SpaceX Full time

    Job Title: Manager, Materials Engineering (Composites)At SpaceX, we're pushing the boundaries of space exploration and development. We're seeking a highly skilled and experienced Manager, Materials Engineering (Composites) to join our team.Responsibilities:Provide technical guidance and expertise to our engineering staff on materials selection, joining and...

  • Lead Materials Engineer

    2 weeks ago

    Hawthorne, California, United States SpaceX Full time

    Job Title: Lead Materials Engineer - MetallurgySpaceX is a pioneering company that aims to make humanity a multi-planetary species. We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Materials Engineer - Metallurgy to join our team and contribute to the development of advanced materials and processes for our spacecraft and rockets.Responsibilities:Provide technical...

  • Materials Engineer

    2 weeks ago

    Hawthorne, California, United States SpaceX Full time

    Job Title: Materials Engineer - Metals and CompositesAt SpaceX, we're pushing the boundaries of space exploration and development. As a Materials Engineer - Metals and Composites, you'll play a critical role in ensuring the success of our missions by providing expertise in materials selection, testing, and analysis.Responsibilities:Collaborate with...

  • Materials Engineer

    2 weeks ago

    Hawthorne, California, United States SpaceX Full time

    Job Title: Lead Materials Engineer - MetallurgySpaceX is a pioneering space technology company that aims to revolutionize space exploration and development. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Materials Engineer - Metallurgy to join our team.Responsibilities:Provide technical guidance and expertise to the engineering staff on materials...

  • Lead Materials Engineer

    2 weeks ago

    Hawthorne, California, United States SpaceX Full time

    Job Title: Lead Materials Engineer - MetallurgySpaceX is a pioneering company that aims to make humanity a multi-planetary species. We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Materials Engineer - Metallurgy to join our team.Responsibilities:Provide technical expertise and guidance to the engineering staff on materials selection, testing, and analysis.Collaborate...

  • Materials Engineer

    2 weeks ago

    Hawthorne, California, United States SpaceX Full time

    Join SpaceX's Materials Engineering TeamAs a Materials Engineer - Metallurgy Expert at SpaceX, you will play a critical role in developing the materials and processes used to make our rocket engines. Our team is responsible for providing guidance and expertise on metal usage and processing to design and manufacturing engineers, as well as identifying and...

  • Materials Engineer

    6 days ago

    Hawthorne, California, United States SpaceX Full time

    At SpaceX, we are pushing the boundaries of space technology and exploration. As a Lead Materials Engineer - Metallurgy, you will play a critical role in ensuring the success of our missions by providing expertise and guidance to our engineering staff on materials selection, testing, and analysis.The ideal candidate will have a strong academic foundation in...

  • Materials Engineer

    6 days ago

    Hawthorne, California, United States SpaceX Full time

    At SpaceX, we are pushing the boundaries of space exploration and development. To achieve this ambitious goal, we need talented individuals who can help us design and manufacture cutting-edge materials and hardware.The Materials Engineer - Metallurgy Specialist will play a crucial role in our team by providing guidance and expertise on metal usage and...

  • Senior Materials Engineer

    2 weeks ago

    Hawthorne, California, United States SpaceX Full time

    Join Our Team of Materials ExpertsAt SpaceX, we're pushing the boundaries of what's possible in space exploration. Our Materials Engineering team is a key part of this effort, working on the cutting-edge technologies that will take us to the stars.Responsibilities:Provide expert guidance on metal usage and processing to design and manufacturing...

  • Materials Engineer, Metallurgy Specialist

    2 weeks ago

    Hawthorne, California, United States SpaceX Full time

    Join SpaceX's Materials Engineering TeamAt SpaceX, we're pushing the boundaries of space exploration and development. As a Materials Engineer, Metallurgy Specialist, you'll play a critical role in designing and developing the materials and processes that will enable our next-generation rockets to reach new heights.Key Responsibilities:Collaborate with...

  • Materials Engineer

    4 weeks ago

    Hawthorne, California, United States SpaceX Full time

    Job Title: Sr. Materials Engineer, MetallurgyAt SpaceX, we're pushing the boundaries of what's possible in space exploration. As a Sr. Materials Engineer, Metallurgy, you'll play a critical role in developing the materials and processes that will enable us to achieve our ambitious goals.Responsibilities:Provide expertise on metal usage and processing to...

  • Materials Engineer Polymers Specialist

    5 days ago

    Hawthorne, California, United States SpaceX Full time

    At SpaceX, we are pushing the boundaries of space technology and innovation. As a Materials Engineer for Polymers, you will play a critical role in developing and testing the materials used in our products, ensuring they meet the highest standards of quality and performance.Responsibilities:Develop and manage the polymer material property database for all...

  • Materials Engineer Composites Specialist

    2 weeks ago

    Hawthorne, California, United States SpaceX Full time

    Job Title: Materials Engineer CompositesAt SpaceX, we're pushing the boundaries of space technology to make humanity a multi-planetary species. As a Materials Engineer Composites, you'll play a critical role in developing the materials and processes that will enable our spacecraft to withstand the harsh conditions of space.Key Responsibilities:Develop and...