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Manufacturing Engineer, Starship - Materials Production
SpaceX
El Segundo, California
Full-Time
Competitive
RemoteExecutive
Job Description
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 ENGINEER, STARSHIP - MATERIALS PRODUCTION
SpaceX continues to revolutionize the launch industry by combining advanced technological developments with pragmatic and lean manufacturing. The Dispensary plays a critical role in enabling SpaceX's mission by producing high-quality silicone adhesives, paints, ablatives, and thermal protection materials that support Starship, Dragon, Falcon, and all programs across the company. As a Manufacturing Engineer for the Dispensary, you will develop and optimize chemical processing operations, drive process improvements, and scale production capabilities to meet aggressive rate targets while maintaining the highest quality standards.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (design, materials science, quality, and production) to efficiently produce formulated materials on schedule and at rate
Develop and optimize production processes for silicone RTV adhesives, paints, ablatives, and thermal protection materials including mixing, degassing, curing, and downpacking operations
Design, specify, and qualify production equipment including mixers, reactors, degassers, ovens, pumps, and material handling systems
Drive design for manufacturing during new material development cycles, working with materials engineers to ensure formulations are producible at scale
Facilitate production of flight-qualified materials at increasing production rates while reducing cost and lead time
Resolve complex manufacturing defects through root cause investigation, design of experiments (DOE), and validation testing of process parameters
Develop and maintain process specifications, standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and control plans for all Dispensary production cells
Lead process qualification and validation activities for new materials and equipment, including protocol development, execution, and technical reporting
Implement statistical process control (SPC) and rel="noopener noreferrer">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 reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.
Required Skills
Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, materials engineering, mechanical engineering, or other engineering discipline1+ years of hands-on experience in chemical processing, polymer manufacturing, or materials production (internship and project team experience applicable)3+ years of professional experience in chemical manufacturing, materials processing, or process engineeringExperience with silicone chemistry, polymer processing, or formulated materials productionHands-on experience with chemical processing equipment including mixers, reactors, degassers, vacuum systems, pumps, and material handling systemsExperience with materials characterization methods (rheology/viscometry, mechanical testing, thermal analysis, optical properties)Experience with process simulation and modeling tools for chemical processesExpertise transitioning products from R&D through prototype manufacturing to high-volume productionExperience with rapidly introducing process improvements and lean manufacturing principles in chemical or materials production environmentsValidation testing experience for aerospace materials and processesExperience with ERP/MRP systems and production scheduling in a manufacturing environmentKnowledge of hazardous materials handling, chemical safety, and environmental complianceExperience working with thermal protection systems (TPS) or aerospace-grade adhesives
Responsibilities
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (design, materials science, quality, and production) to efficiently produce formulated materials on schedule and at rate
Develop and optimize production processes for silicone RTV adhesives, paints, ablatives, and thermal protection materials including mixing, degassing, curing, and downpacking operations
Design, specify, and qualify production equipment including mixers, reactors, degassers, ovens, pumps, and material handling systems
Drive design for manufacturing during new material development cycles, working with materials engineers to ensure formulations are producible at scale
Facilitate production of flight-qualified materials at increasing production rates while reducing cost and lead time
Resolve complex manufacturing defects through root cause investigation, design of experiments (DOE), and validation testing of process parameters
Develop and maintain process specifications, standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and control plans for all Dispensary production cells
Lead process qualification and validation activities for new materials and equipment, including protocol development, execution, and technical reporting
Implement statistical process control (SPC) and data-driven approaches to monitor process capability and drive continuous improvement
Support hazardous materials handling protocols and ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety requirements for chemical processing operations
Partner with supply chain and quality teams to qualify raw materials, establish supplier specifications, and resolve material quality issues
Lead capital equipment projects from concept through installation, including vendor selection, design reviews, factory acceptance testing (FAT), and site acceptance testing (SAT)
Build and scale manufacturing processes from the ground up in a rapidly evolving, high-rate production environment
Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, materials engineering, mechanical engineering, or other engineering discipline
1+ years of hands-on experience in chemical processing, polymer manufacturing, or materials production (internship and project team experience applicable)
3+ years of professional experience in chemical manufacturing, materials processing, or process engineering
Experience with silicone chemistry, polymer processing, or formulated materials production
Hands-on experience with chemical processing equipment including mixers, reactors, degassers, vacuum systems, pumps, and material handling systems
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.
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Job Details
Job Type
Full-Time
Workplace Type
Remote
Experience Level
Executive
Salary
Competitive
Categories
Business Operations
Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification
Ability to wear and obtain certification in the wearing of an air respirator
Position may require extended work hours and weekend work to support production demands
Position may require standing for extended periods and working directly with chemical processing equipment and materials on the production floor
Must be comfortable working with solvents, hazardous materials, inorganic acids and bases
Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted
This position is based in Hawthorne, CA and requires being onsite - remote work not considered
Experience with process simulation and modeling tools for chemical processes
