Sr. Tooling Build Engineer (Starship) at SpaceX
Brownsville, TX, United States
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.
SR. TOOLING BUILD ENGINEER (STARSHIP)
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Own manufacturing, schedule, and sourcing of critical production tools
Create accurate manufacturing planning by interpreting technical drawings and documents with regards to the manufacturing and fabrication processes
Interact with Numeric Control (N/C) programmers, welders, machinists, shop personnel, outside suppliers and engineers to ensure flawless and timely execution projects
Source, retain, and advise new and experienced vendors from a technical perspective
Collaborate with vehicle production engineers and tooling designers on better design for manufacturing
Communicate progress to leadership, engineering, and production teams regularly; including presenting and executing on opportunities for design changes that would accelerate fabrication
Creatively work projects based on company priorities to meet and exceed aggressive need dates
Develop the standards, fabrication methods, and sourcing strategies used by the tooling organization
Design and lead the fabrication and sourcing of tooling aids, supporting equipment, and specialized hardware to enable rocket production
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, manufacturing engineering, aerospace engineering, or other engineering discipline
3+ years of experience working in or supporting a shop fabrication environment as an engineer/process planner/supervisor
5+ years of technical project management or manufacturing design experience
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Tooling manufacturing experience within the aerospace, automotive, or other large format fabrication industries
Project management experience in a fast-paced prototype fabrication shop environment
Knowledge of manufacturing methods for large precision structures and equipment
Detailed knowledge of quality standards for typical fabrication and production products
Experience integrating hardware and harnessing of automated equipment
Experience integrating hydraulic and pneumatic controlled systems
Detailed knowledge of Siemens NX or similar CAD and PLM packages
Strong communication skills with both peer engineers and shop floor technicians
Proficient with all types of hand tools and basic fabrication equipment
Proficient in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and GD&T
Understanding of basic structural analysis and solid mechanics as it relates to fabrication
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to lift 30 lbs. unassisted, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying may be required to perform the functions of this position
Schedule varies depending on site operational needs; flexibility is required
Typically exposed to work in extreme outdoor environments - heat, cold, rain
Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
Flexibility to travel to alternative SpaceX production sites and vendors, up to 25%
Ability to pass Air Force background check for Cape Canaveral
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
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.
