Manufacturing Engineer Tool Die Machining Starlink
Manufacturing Engineer Tool Die Machining Starlink
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$ 95000 - 115000
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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 ofenabling human life on Mars.
MANUFACTURING ENGINEER TOOL & DIE MACHINING (STARLINK)
SpaceX is developing a low latency broadband internet system to meet the needs of consumers across the globe. Enabled by a constellation of low Earth orbit satellites Starlink will provide fast reliable internet to populations with little or no connectivity including those in rural communities and places where existing services are too expensive or unreliable.
Working directly in the materials engineering group this position is responsible for managing a technical project for the development and qualification of all equipment tooling and manufacturing process technologies necessary to produce plastic injection molds and high pressure die cast tools. The correct individual will bring an open mindset challenge the status quo with regards to traditional vs. emerging technologies and utilize a logical and disciplined approach to evaluate and select the correct set of solutions.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop machining capability inhouse for the tool & die team and deliver highquality precision piece parts required to build internal tooling
- Analyze piece parts and assemblies for DFM to ensure that the parts are optimized for manufacturing and assembly
- Create collaborative business plans with design engineering upstream production and support teams and develop and maintain positive supplier/customer relationships
- Work between manufacturing and design engineers machinists technicians and quality personnel to ensure processes are robust and any production problems are quickly solved
- Implement machining process controls that allow parts to run lights out. Leverage latest technologies and programming strategies to reduce incycle intervention
- Identify recommend procure and install machine shop equipment as well as ensure all equipment is thoroughly maintained and calibrated
- Responsible for cost optimization and cost reduction initiatives associated with fabrication and processes
- Continually develop and manage engineering capacity schedules and project plans in order to support production manifest as well as a diverse and variable R&D demand
- Research and identify new materials manufacturing technologies and finishing options
- Inform estimations of prototype and production manufacturing costs tooling secondary assembly secondary finishing and piece part
- Publish and maintain detailed schedules for each development project segment
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelors degree in mechanical manufacturing materials engineering or other engineering discipline
- 3 years of experience with CNC machining
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Masters degree or PhD in an engineering discipline
- Strong to expert level 3D CAD skills including advanced surfacing and large assemblies
- Experience with Siemens NX
- Experience transitioning products from design to manufacturing and scaling to high volume as part of a crossfunctional team
- Experience with manufacturing process like injection molding CNC die casting stamping assembly and box build in a production setting and a good understanding of the costs and schedule and complexity associated with each process
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Willingness to travel to other SpaceX sites and/or vendors for significant/extended periods of time 30 travel normally more during urgent manufacturing and test campaigns)
- Ability to lift up to 25Ibs unassisted
- Standing/walking for long periods of time
- Willingness to work long hours and weekends as necessary to accommodate manufacturing and test campaigns
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay range:
Manufacturing Engineer/Level I: $95000.00 $115000.00/per year
Manufacturing Engineer/Level II: $110000.00 $130000.00/per year
Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a casebycase basis and may vary based on the following considerations: jobrelated 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 longterm incentives in the form of company stock stock options or longterm 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 and longterm disability insurance life insurance paid parental leave and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and 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 SpaceXs Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to.
Employment Type
Full Time
