Process Engineer (Starship)
Core
Developing global manufacturing procedures and production processes for the Starship vehicle to enable human life on Mars.
Role type
Process Engineer (Manufacturing)
Builds
Starship vehicles
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
fabrication methods, tooling design, inspection procedures, data gathering/visualization, welding techniques, NDT processes, metallic manufacturing techniques, DFM, SQL, data visualization
Preferred skills
build/assembly of aerospace components, mechanical tooling design, 3D CAD software, collegiate/hobby design projects, machining, bending, forming, casting, additive manufacturing
Technologies
NX, SolidWorks, CATIA, SQL, Power BI
Responsibilities
Develop manufacturing, integration, assembly, welding, NDE, cleanliness, and checkouts processes from the ground up; Design and implement tooling for work access, testing, fixturing, and rigging; Define and document inspection requirements and procedures; Create training for production and inspection processes; Author planning, test plans, and training to execute processes and collect data; Contain non-conforming hardware and manage fleet risk; Work with design teams to improve DFM and requirement fulfillment; Conduct build quality reviews and drive corrective action.
Seniority
Entry-level to Junior, hands-on IC