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Manufacturing Specialist (Raptor Final Integration)

at SpaceX

Hawthorne, CA, United States

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 SPECIALIST (RAPTOR FINAL INTEGRATION)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Create high-quality work orders, engineering masters, and other manufacturing resource planning and product lifecycle management system elements to support the manufacture of raptor engines and subassemblies

• Interface with the manufacturing engineering and build reliability teams to resolve manufacturing discrepancies and implement cost-effective solutions

• Drive labor hour and cycle time reductions through better build processes and design for manufacturing

• Work with production supervisors and leads to overcome daily shop floor roadblocks and resolve emerging issues

• Identify the need for shop aids and tooling that will increase work center productivity

• Ensure design and implementation solutions are in-line with training and skillsets

• Implement standard operating procedures, troubleshooting guides, and standard repair procedures

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate

• 2+ years of professional experience in a manufacturing, process planning, or technician role

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, math, or science related discipline

• 4+ years of experience working in an aerospace manufacturing technician, planning, or direct support role

• Proficient understanding of assembly and subassembly fabrication techniques

• Experience taking products through development cycle to full volume production

• Understanding of common integration processes including propulsion and avionics assembly

• Experience with design for manufacturability and assembly

• Experience with Siemens NX (UG) and Teamcenter CAD and PDM systems is preferred

• Experience with process development, facility and line layouts

• Experience with Lean manufacturing Tools, PFMEA, value chain mapping, kanban, OEE and 5S

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Able to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted

• Able to climb ladders and be comfortable working in tight spaces

• Willing to work all shifts, over time, and weekends as needed

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.

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 at (310) 363-6000.

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• Location:
  Hawthorne, California
• Company:
  SpaceX