Manufacturing Engineer for Metallic Heat Shield

3 weeks ago


Hawthorne, California, United States SpaceX Full time

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled Manufacturing Engineer to lead the production, assembly, and integration of 3D printed components and welded components for our Metallic Heat Shield project.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement efficient production processes to meet increasing production rates while reducing costs.
  • Drive supplier root cause analysis and resolve complex manufacturing discrepancies.
  • Collaborate with the quality team to implement corrective actions and improve part quality.
  • Develop and qualify future state production systems for all products.
  • Guide new and existing products through outsourcing vendors and develop stable products and relationships.
  • Coordinate with internal and external manufacturing teams to improve manufacturing processes.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor of science in engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
  • Minimum of 1 year of machining and assembly experience from industry or collegiate engineering projects.

Preferred Skills:

  • Hands-on manufacturing experience with high-temp/high-strength metals.
  • Strong mechanical intuition and engineering fundamentals.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop relationships and influence cross-functional teams.
  • Experience rapidly introducing process improvements and lean manufacturing principles.

Additional Requirements:

  • This is a hands-on position that may require standing up to 4+ hours a day.
  • Must be willing to work long hours and weekends as necessary.


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