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
Develop, deploy and iteratively improve automated welding systems for Raptor: combustion chambers and nozzles, including manual and automated arc and beam welding processes
Design and optimize automated weld paths, parameters, and sequences for: complex geometries in regenerative cooling channels and nozzle structures
Implement weld process control with real-time monitoring of arc: characteristics, temperature, seam tracking, and penetration using advanced sensors
Build and maintain data pipelines that capture manufacturing telemetry to: enable statistical process control, predictive analytics, and machine learning models for defect reduction and process optimization
Develop fixture and material handling solutions that support high-precision: welding in a wide variety of forms and materials
Drive continuous improvement of welding automation through scripting: (Python), PLC logic, and advanced process modeling to reduce cycle time and scrap rates
What they're looking for
- Partner closely with propulsion design, materials, production, and supply: chain teams to convert new designs into robust, scalable processes, resolve nonconformances, and drive design changes that improve manufacturability, reliability, and performance
- Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline.
- + years of experience with welding processes for complex metallic components
- Strong programming skills in Python and experience with industrial automation: (robotic welding systems, PLCs, or real-time controllers)
