Propulsion Technician - Raptor Chamber & Nozzle Assembly & Final Assembly, Level 4/5 - 2nd ShiftPosted today$85K–$106K

Hawthorne, CAManufacturing

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

  • Clean, prepare, and assemble various main combustion chamber assemblies and: sub-assembly pieces for Electron Beam (EB) welding, Laser Welding, Tig Welding, or brazing.

  • Perform work according to procedures, specifications, and test instructions.

  • Operate machinery such as DAVI roll former, automated TIG welding machine, and hydro-forming sheet metal

  • Run automated machines for surface preparation or thermal barrier coating applications.

  • Read and interpret technical drawings and follow detailed work instructions.

  • Use precision calibrated tools: torque wrenches, micrometers, and calipers.

What they're looking for

  • Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an: efficient and effective work environment.
  • Operate forklifts, cranes and heavy equipment.
  • Perform blending, filing and shearing of sheet metal piece parts.
  • Clean tools, valves, regulators and maintain a professional and neat work area.