The opportunity
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.
What you'll do
Use NX CAD/CAM to program all blades/vanes processes: 5-axis milling, grinding, sinker EDM, wire EDM, trailing-edge machining, laser drilling, and stem drilling.
Own a comprehensive level of process knowledge: machine capability, workholding, electrodes/wire/wheels/nozzles and other consumables, parameters, and quality outcomes for each process above.
Verify NC files (e.g. Vericut) and own revision control on programs, setup sheets, and process documentation.
Select tooling and consumables; set parameters for superalloys; be: accountable for tool/consumable life, cycle time, and part quality.
Drive DFM: recommend and implement drawing/process changes; own the process decision.
Design fixtures, brackets, holders, and rigging required to run the line.
What they're looking for
- Support equipment selection, vendor engagement, and commissioning, including: FAT and SAT as required, for mill, grind, EDM, laser, and related cells.
- Troubleshoot common machine, program, consumable, and process issues; train: operators and CNC Programmers; act as technical backup on the floor.
- Own process development through prove-out to stable production; meet: performance goals and escalate only when the issue is beyond the cell.
- Drive process improvements and support other teams.