Build Engineer (Starship) - Nights
Core
Developing and qualifying processes for high-rate, mixed-product manufacturing of propulsion, avionics, and welded structural assemblies for the Starship vehicle.
Role type
Build Engineer (Manufacturing Process & Tooling)
Builds
Propulsion, avionics, and welded structural assemblies for the Starship vehicle
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing / Heavy industrial production
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Manufacturing process design, precision tooling design, automation of manufacturing processes, design for manufacturing (DFM), failure mode effects analysis (FMEA), troubleshooting, mechanical assembly methods, weld process development, weld inspection techniques, data management (SQL)
Preferred skills
Mixed value stream manufacturing experience, high-rate manufacturing line optimization, integration of propulsion/thermal/electrical/structural systems, advanced welding automation
Technologies
SQL, heavy equipment and machinery, air purifying respirators
Responsibilities
Develop and perform acceptance testing of manufacturing processes and tools, design and implement precision tooling to eliminate assembly error, automate novel processes for repeatability, influence flight design with DFM improvements, develop in-situ inspection techniques, manage transition from development to high-rate production
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC