Manufacturing Engineer (Merlin Thrust Chamber Assemblies) - 2nd Shift

SpaceX(25 days ago)

Hawthorne, CAOnsiteFull TimeMedior$95,000 - $130,000Manufacturing

About this role

The Propulsion Manufacturing Engineer will support production and process development for Merlin thrust chamber assemblies, serving as a subject matter expert for manufacturing processes and test operations. The role focuses on enabling high-rate, reliable engine hardware production by influencing design for manufacturability and leading cross-functional corrective actions. This is a hands-on, floor-facing position working 2nd shift to deliver quality hardware on schedule.

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Required Skills

Machining
Welding
Metal Forming
Pressure Testing
Precision Cleaning
NDT
Heat Treatment
Assembly
Root Cause
Process Development

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Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or STEM
Master's Degree in Engineering (Preferred)
ITAR Eligibility (U.S. Work Authorization)

About SpaceX

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SpaceX is an aerospace manufacturer and launch services company that designs, manufactures, and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft. Founded in 2002 to revolutionize space technology and ultimately enable human life on other planets, it developed the Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy rockets, the Dragon crew/cargo spacecraft, and the next‑generation Starship — with a strong emphasis on reusable boosters. SpaceX provides commercial and government launch services (including crewed ISS missions, satellite deployments and rideshares) and operates the Starlink broadband constellation. The company is known for rapid iterative development and cost‑reduction through reuse to expand access to space.