Propulsion Technician (Raptor Production Machining) Verified today
Propulsion Technician (Raptor Production Machining)
SpaceX is seeking a Propulsion Technician to join the Raptor engine manufacturing team. You will be responsible for manufacturing, assembly, and testing of rocket hardware and sub-assemblies. This is a dynamic role that requires mechanical knowledge, hands-on skill, flexibility to work across different systems, and the ability to troubleshoot and work independently while keeping safety and quality first.
What you will do
- Grind, file, and sand metal surfaces using hand tools, power tools, and machines
- Chase machine-cut threads to size and polish tight tolerance surface finishes
- Wash parts after deburring and inspect surface finishes, threads, and edges
- Remove defects and smooth uneven surfaces
- Use tools and fluid flow to clear chips and debris from internal passages
- Borescope parts to inspect for internal defects and debris
- Read and interpret technical drawings and follow detailed work instructions
- Operate forklifts, cranes, and heavy equipment
- Operate test cell instrumentation and computer systems per test procedures
- Operate machinery including vacuum furnaces, ultrasonic immersion tanks, and proof/waterflow test booths
Basic qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 1 or more years of manufacturing experience
Preferred skills and experience
- Ability to bench close tolerance dimensions to blueprint specifications
- Experience with precision measuring instruments: micrometers, calipers, ultrasonic thickness gauges
- Experience with lean manufacturing and 5S organisational methods
- Experience using digital borescopes for visual inspection
- Strong mathematical, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team to meet aggressive schedules
- Experience operating and reading automated asset user interfaces and hydrostatic proof booths
Additional requirements
- Available for overtime and weekend hours
- Must be available for 1st shift: 5:00 AM to 3:30 PM
- Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs without accommodation
- Capable of standing and kneeling without accommodation
Compensation
Pay range (based on level and experience):
- Propulsion Technician Level 1: $23.00 to $27.00/hour
- Propulsion Technician Level 2: $26.00 to $32.50/hour
- Propulsion Technician Level 3: $31.00 to $38.00/hour
Your base salary will be determined based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.
Additional compensation includes long-term incentives in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards; discretionary bonuses; and Employee Stock Purchase Plan eligibility. You will receive comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage; access to a 401(k) retirement plan; short and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; paid parental leave; 3 weeks of paid vacation; and 10 or more paid holidays per year.
ITAR requirements
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicants must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), Refugee under 8 U.S.C. Section 1157, or Asylee under 8 U.S.C. Section 1158, or be eligible to obtain required authorisations from the U.S. Department of State.