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MANUFACTURING ENGINEER (F9 INSPECTION)

The Falcon 9 Quality Assurance team is looking for a manufacturing engineer to lead the continuous improvement of our inspection processes. This role will have a broad scope with exposure to all areas of F9 production, including subassemblies, structures, Merlin integration, and stage integration.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Propose and implement changes to inspection processes that reduce processing time without sacrificing quality or reliability
• Develop, qualify, and refine new inspection tools that meet all design and business requirements including safety, quality, cost, and delivery
• Introduce and improve automation techniques that minimize manual processing time and reduce the possibility for human error
• Drive inspection efficiency by identifying high-variance processes and standardizing or simplifying the inspection approach and acceptance criteria
• Collaborate with inspectors, other engineers, and subject matter experts to solve large-scale production challenges caused by inspection bottlenecks
• Perform process capability analysis and develop sampling plans

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering or STEM field
• 1+ year of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment (internships and projects may be included)

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Master’s degree in mechanical, aerospace, or industrial engineering
• Ability to read and interpret design drawings and CAD models
• Experience with precision measurement and visual inspection techniques of metallic and structural components
• Experience with manufacturing methods for the fabrication, assembly, or integration of complex mechanical assemblies
• Experience with performing data analysis and knowledge of programming languages such as SQL, R, or Python
• Experience with applying gage R&R and statistical process control
• Strong computer and analytical skills including proficiency in spreadsheets, databases, shop floor management software (ERP/MRP) and related programs
• Experience with tool design (3D computer-aided design) and rapid prototyping
• Familiarity with quality tools such as Lean principles, design of experiments, root cause analysis and corrective action, metrology, process failure mode and effects analysis (PFMEA), and control plans
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment with flight quality hardware
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:
Manufacturing Engineer/Level I: $95,000.00 - $115,000.00/per year
Manufacturing Engineer/Level II: $110,000.00 - $130,000.00/per year

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be 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.